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THEODORE ROOSEVELT COUNCIL | BSA
2015 OSR PROGRAM GUIDE
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Dear Scouts and Scouters,
Thank you so much for your investment in Onteora Scout Reservation, 2015. I would like
to extend a warm welcome to you and your respective unit(s) on behalf of myself, the staff that
have and will continue to make this summer possible, and the Theodore Roosevelt Council, as a
whole. This summer is sure to be a fun-filled and jam-packed undertaking, overflowing with
success stories, new programs, and a completely unique summer camp experience.
We are readily preparing for the introduction of our brand new paintball program area,
alongside the introduction of 11 new merit badges (including BSA’s newest 2 releases – Signs,
Signals, and Codes & Animation). In addition, we continue to relish in the ongoing facility
improvements at camp, and we are confident, more than ever, in the high caliber of our staff.
Summer camp is the heart of a great troop program. We want scouts to know that
Onteora is entirely focused on opportunities for personal growth, adventure, and advancement!
It’s important that all Scouts are met with the prospect and ability to have a great summer camp
experience.
The mission of OSR and its staff this year is to honor the rich history of the camp, while
furthering the aims and methods of scouting, through improved programming and overall
development. It’s our goal, and furthermore our purpose, to improve the ever-evolving Scouting
program. For us at OSR, that daunting yet worthy task begins and ends with a pledge of striving
for the best in customer service, program, and overall youth development.
For the reasons above, and more, I highly anticipate your arrival and active participation
in this year's summer camp adventure. Thanks for all that you do, and all that is yet to come; I
look forward to seeing each and every one of you at Onteora, “The Land in The Sky!”
Yours in Scouting,
Dakota “Cody” Oher
Program Director
Onteora Scout Reservation
(516)797-7600 Ext. 104
OSR
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OPERATING SCHEDULE ......................................................................................................... 5
CAMP FORMS AND GUIDES ................................................................................................... 5
CAMP PROGRAMS .................................................................................................................... 5
GENERAL PROGRAM SCHEDULE ........................................................................................ 6
OUR PROGRAM.......................................................................................................................... 7
BOY ............................................................................................................................................ 7
BUDDY ....................................................................................................................................... 7
PATROL ..................................................................................................................................... 7
TROOP ........................................................................................................................................ 7
TROOP PROGRAM ................................................................................................................... 7
CUSTOM TROOP PROGRAM ................................................................................................. 7
OTHER ACTIVITIES FOR TROOPS ....................................................................................... 7
SELECTING MERIT BADGES ................................................................................................. 8
PARTIAL COMPLETION ......................................................................................................... 8
2015 OSR MERIT BADGE ROSTER………………………………………………………… 9
AQUATICS ................................................................................................................................. 11
BSA LIFEGUARD ................................................................................................................... 13
BSA MILE SWIM .................................................................................................................... 13
COMMUNICATIONS ............................................................................................................... 14
CRAFT LODGE ......................................................................................................................... 14
DAN BEARD (FIRST YEAR CAMPER) (COU-TOU-SEE) ................................................. 16
FIELD SPORTS (PARADE FIELD) ........................................................................................ 17
THE GLAIZE (COVEY SHELTER)........................................................................................ 18
MEDICAL/HEALTH (COUNCIL HOUSE) ........................................................................... 19
NATURE/ECOLOGY (JAMES E. WEST SHELTER) .......................................................... 20
NATURE/ECOLOGY (JAMES E. WEST SHELTER) CONTINUED ................................. 211
OLDER BOY PROGRAM AREA (MAINTENANCE BUILDING) ..................................... 22
SALES & FINANCE (TRADING POST) ................................................................................ 23
SCOUT CRAFT (OTTER SHELTER) .................................................................................... 24
SHOOTING SPORTS (DAN BEARD SHELTER & RANGES) ........................................... 25
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STEM (COUNCIL HOUSE) ...................................................................................................... 23
ATV’S (ATV TRACK) ............................................................................................................... 23
ATV (HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT) ............................................................................ 23
PAINTBALL (NEW 2015) ......................................................................................................... 23
AFTERNOON PROGRAM (1:30-3PM) .................................................................................. 30
EVENING PROGRAM (7-8:30PM) ......................................................................................... 31
NIGHTTIME PROGRAM (8:30PM-BEYOND) ..................................................................... 31
NIGHTTIME PROGRAM DETAILS ...................................................................................... 32
WATER CARNIVAL ................................................................................................................. 32
COWBOY UP! ............................................................................................................................ 32
DUTCH OVEN COOK-OFF ..................................................................................................... 33
POLAR BEAR SWIM ................................................................................................................ 33
BICYCLES IN CAMP ................................................................................................................ 33
WILD WEST THEME ............................................................................................................... 34
SPIRIT STICK ............................................................................................................................ 34
CAMP NEWSLETTER............................................................................................................. 34
CRAZY THEME DAYS ............................................................................................................ 35
ELECTRONIC MERIT BADGE SIGN-UP ............................................................................ 35
HONOR CAMPER PROGRAM ............................................................................................... 35
GOOD TURN DAILY – HOUR OF SERVICE ....................................................................... 36
PET ROCK COMPETITION ................................................................................................... 36
SPORTS NIGHT ......................................................................................................................... 36
STAFF BOUNTY HUNT ........................................................................................................... 37
SHOOTING SPORTS COMPETITION .................................................................................. 37
CAMP-WIDE FIRE.................................................................................................................... 37
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT) PROGRAM ................................................................. 38
ORDER OF THE ARROW - BUCKSKIN LODGE ............................................................... 38
CANDIDATE REGISTRATION ............................................................................................. 39
DISTINGUISHED CAMP ARROWMEN AWARD ............................................................... 39
OA SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ................................................................................................. 39
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OSR ELITE ................................................................................................................................. 40
490 CLUB & 500 CLUB (UNIT VISITATIONS) .................................................................... 41
GUIDELINES FOR OSR CAMPSITE INSPECTIONS .......................................................... 41
UNIT VISITATIONS (CAMPSITE INSPECTION FORM) ................................................... 42
SCOUTMASTER MERIT BADGE .......................................................................................... 43
ONTEORA SCOUTMASTER MERIT BADGE APPLICATION .......................................... 43
ADDITIONAL LEADERS TRAININGS ................................................................................. 45
AFTERNOON LEADERS PROGRAM (DIRECTOR’S CHALLENGE) (2-3PM) ............ 46
VOLUNTEERS ........................................................................................................................... 46
AWARDS & RECOGNITION ................................................................................................. 46
GETTING TO KNOW THE STAFF ...................................................................................... 477
OSR KEY THREE .................................................................................................................... 477
THE CAMP DIRECTOR ........................................................................................................ 477
THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR ............................................................................................... 477
THE CAMP COMMISSIONER ............................................................................................. 477
ONTEORA SCOUT RESERVATION MAP ......................................................................... 488
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OPERATING SCHEDULE
Onteora Scout Reservation operates from Sunday afternoon until Saturday morning. This
schedule allows us to provide staff continuity and strong service while a troop is at camp, as well
as giving the staff time to ensure campsites are ready for Sunday’s check-in.
Units that are staying in camp for two weeks should contact the Camp Director before camp to
make the necessary arrangements for the weekend between the two weeks. The camp office can
provide you with information on local attractions, community events and other day trips for your
unit during your stay over.
Week 1 JULY 5-11
Boy Scout Troops
Council Provisional Troop
Counselor in Training Program
Week 2 JULY 12-18
Boy Scout Troops
Council Provisional Troop
Counselor in Training Program
Week 3 JULY 19-25
Boy Scout Troops
Council Provisional Troop
Counselor in Training Program
Week 4 JULY 26-Aug 1
Boy Scout Troops
Council Provisional Troop
Counselor in Training Program
Week 5 Aug 2-8
Boy Scout Troops
Council Provisional Troop
Venture Crews
Counselor in Training Program
CAMP FORMS AND GUIDES
Camp forms and guides are available at
http://www.trcbsa.org/Resources/Forms/Camping/BoyScoutResidentCamp
Please subscribe to our e-mail list so updates can be sent directly to you and your unit.
CAMP PROGRAMS
In Scouting, the Summer Camp Program provides the culmination to the Scouting Year. The
Program at Onteora is Top Notch. The sheer amount and variety of Program is sure to please
units of all kinds. There are so many things to do at camp, that it is important to find the right
mix.
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GENERAL PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Time Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
7:00
Revile and Troop Assembly in-site
7:45 Camp Assembly and Flag Ceremony
8:00 BREAKFAST (FAMILY STYLE)
9:00 MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions
10:00 MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions
11:00 MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions
12:15
Camp Check-in,
Medical Re-
checks, Swim
Tests, and Site
Setup
Emergency Drill
At Long House Camp Assembly
12:30 LUNCH (BUFFET STYLE)
1:30 Troop Open Program (SPL’s register the day before for their area/activity) & OA Hour of Service
3:00 MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions
4:00 MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions MB Sessions
5:45 Camp Assembly and Flag Ceremony
6:00
DINNER (FAMILY STYLE)
(WEDNESDAY IS A CAMP-WIDE BBQ JUST OUTSIDE THE LONG HOUSE)
7:00 Adult and Leaders
Meeting
AFTER
DINNER
Evening Program
OA Lodge Mtg.
Trading Post
Social
Evening Program
OA –
Pre-Ordeal
Veterans & Eagle
Social
Evening Program
OA –
Ordeal
(ALL DAY)
Evening Program
Wild West
Extravaganza
OA Ice Cream
Social
Evening Program
OA -
Brotherhood
Ceremony
OA Social
All Religious
Services
In-Site Troop
Reflections
8:30 Opening
Campfire Night Shoot
Night Bike
Astronomy
Outpost
Movie Night
Wilderness
Survival Outpost
Camp-Wide Fire Closing
Campfire
10:00 Lights out – Quite Time from 10pm to 7am next day
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OUR PROGRAM
The Onteora program offers fun and adventure with a specific goal. The Theodore Roosevelt
Council provides a program for Troop Leaders to use in helping their Scouts grow and learn.
This program is developed to provide activities for the individual Scout, for buddies, for patrols,
and for the Troop as a whole.
BOY - Merit badge programs and advancement opportunities are designed to help the Scout meet
his own personal advancement goals. In addition, awards are handed out during the week to
individuals who demonstrate particular skills in certain areas.
BUDDY - Scouts should always travel in groups of at least two. Certain activities have been
prepared in the week, which encourage this principle and allow for Scouts to have fun, together.
PATROL - Baden-Powell once said that the patrol was the secret for the success of Scouting.
One job of the summer camp is to strengthen patrols and their efficacy; as such, events are
planned throughout the week, to do just that.
TROOP - Troops will also have the opportunity to compete and work with each other in
demonstrating their unit pride and troop skill. Campsite visitations will be on a unit basis, as well
as recognitions for special achievements in programming and scout spirit.
TROOP PROGRAM
Every troop is encouraged to use the Individual/Troop Program Schedule, along with the Merit
Badge and Activity Schedule, to plan their week. There is simply not enough time to do
everything at camp (as it should be), so plan wisely and enjoy.
Be sure not to over-program your troop or your scouts, but plan your program accordingly to
your wants and needs. Be sure to leave yourself enough time to conduct a quality Troop
Program. Rank Advancement, Training, Campsite Improvement Projects, and Cracker-barrel are
just a few of things that may be right for your troops time at camp.
CUSTOM TROOP PROGRAM
Want to do something that you haven’t found in the program? Have a Troop Tradition you would
like to continue? The Onteora Staff is here to assist you. Talk to the Program Director if you
would like to design a Custom Troop Program; we will do everything we can to make it work!
OTHER ACTIVITIES FOR TROOPS
Come ready for even more! The Senior Patrol Lear and Scoutmaster Sunday Orientation Meeting
will include listings of weekly variant programming. And, daily SPL & SM meetings will further
the implementation of our ever-expanding, quality program.
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SELECTING MERIT BADGES
Scoutmasters must approve every Merit Badge that a scout takes, and should be sure that the
scout is taking age/experience appropriate badges. Units should review requirements and
determine what pre-camp preparations may be needed to complete the badge at camp. These
Merit Badges are marked with an asterisk (*) on the Merit Badge/Activity Schedule. They’re
listed below with the requirement(s) to be done before camp (written and signed notation of
requirements completed before camp should be given to the appropriate merit badge counselor),
or after camp (scout will receive a Partial Completion card, and can finish the badge at home).
Scouts need to come to the first class of each Merit Badge they wish to work on with a
completed “Blue Card” Application for the Merit Badge, filled out and signed by the
Scoutmaster. Blue Cards are available for purchase at the Trading Post.
Our Merit Badge Counselors have structured their classes to be sure to give the scouts enough
time to travel to their next activity. However, special attention needs to be given, to the locations
of Merit Badge Sessions. Be sure that all scouts’ schedules take distance and terrain into account.
That being said, Classes start on time, and continued lateness needs to be avoided. All units
earning advancement in camp must submit their advancement report to their Council.
PARTIAL COMPLETION
If a scout does not complete all of the requirements for a merit badge during his week, he will
receive a “Partial Completion” and have his Blue Card returned to him indicating the
requirements that he did complete. Scouts can earn the badge by completing the requirements
with a counselor at home, or at camp next year. For those Scouts completing partials at camp this
year, please see the respective Area Director ASAP, to address the appropriate procedures.
Scouts cannot “fail” Merit Badges; there are only different levels of completion.
Note: Please check the most recent merit badge pamphlet for the most current information.
All Scouts should bring paper and pencil for merit badge classes, and money to buy merit
badge pamphlets and other supplies, as needed.
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2015 ONTEORA SCOUT RESERVATION MERIT BADGE ROSTER
AQUATICS 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Canoeing X
O
P
E
N
X
Kayaking &Kayaking BSA X X X
Lifesaving* 10-11:30AM 3-4:30PM
Rowing X
Small Boat Sailing 10-11:30AM 3-4:30PM
Swimming X X X
Instructional Swim X X
Snorkeling BSA, Mile Swim BSA, &
Paddleboard BSA X
Polar Bear Swim TUESDAY 7AM-7:30AM
BSA Lifeguard* ALL DAY
COMMUNICATIONS 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Cit. in the World X X
O
P
E
N
X
Communications X X X
Journalism* X
Moviemaking X X
Photography X
Public Speaking X
Radio X
Signs, Signals, and Codes X X
Theatre* X
CRAFT LODGE 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Art X
O
P
E
N
X
Basketry X X
Graphic Arts X X
Leatherwork X X X
Sculpture X
Textile X
Woodcarving X X
DAN BEARD (1st YEAR SCOUTS) 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Dan Beard Sessions SESSION ONE SESSION TWO
NOTE: SCOUTS REGISTER FOR A SESSION OF DAN BEARD PROGRAMMING, PRIOR TO ARRIVAL. DURING OFF
TIME, THEY’RE ENCOURAGED TO EARN BADGES & EXPLORE OTHER PROGRAMS.
FIELD SPORTS 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Athletics*
O
P
E
N
X
Cycling* X
Fishing X X
Personal Fitness* X
Space Exploration X X
Sports* X
Golf ONE FULL DAY (TBA)
Horsemanship ONE FULL DAY (TBA)
BOTH, GOLF & HORSEMANSHIP CLASSES ARE ONE FULL DAY COURSES – IT’S THE SCOUT’S RESPONSIBILITY
FOR MAKING UP MISSED WORK WITH OTHER COUNSELORS.
1 OF 3
GLAIZE 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
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GLAIZE 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
American Cultures/American Heritage
O
P
E
N
X
Archaeology X
Cit. in the Nation* X X X
Indian Lore X
Metalwork X X X
Music/Bugling* X
Wilderness Survival X X
Wilderness Survival Outpost WEDNESDAY 8:30PM
MEDICAL/HEALTH 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Emergency Preparedness* X X O
P
E
N
X
First Aid* X X X
Medicine X
Public Health X
Search & Rescue X X
NATURE 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Animal Science X
O
P
E
N
X
Astronomy X
Chemistry X X
Environmental Science X X X
Fish & Wildlife Management / Soil &
Water Conservation X
Forestry X
Geology X
Mammal Study X X
Nature X
Reptile & Amphibian Study* X
Weather X
Astronomy Outpost TUESDAY 9PM
OLDER BOY 9AM 10AM 11AM
1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Climbing 9-11AM
O
P
E
N
3-5PM
American Labor X
Automotive Maintenance X X
Electricity X
Farm Mechanics X
Fly Fishing X
Home Repair X
Painting X
Welding X X X
Woodwork X
SALES & FINANCE (TP) 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Entrepreneurship X O
P
E
N
Personal Management* X X X
Salesmanship X
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SCOUTCRAFT 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Camping/Backpacking/Hiking* (CBH) X X
O
P
E
N
X
Cooking* X X X X
Geocaching X X
Orienteering X
Pioneering X X
Totin’ Chip, Paul Bunyan Woodsman,
and Firem’n Chit
SHOOTING SPORTS 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Archery X FREE
SHOOT
X O
P
E
N
X FREE
SHOOT Rifle X X X
Shotgun FREE
SHOOT X
FREE
SHOOT
FREE
SHOOT X
STEM 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Animation X
O
P
E
N
X
Composite Materials X
Digital Technology* X
Engineering X
Game Design X X X
Inventing X
Robotics X X X
ATV 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
ATV RiderCourse 9-12PM OPEN 3-6PM
ATV CLASSES ARE ONE DAY/ONE SESSION ONLY – IT’S THE SCOUT’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAKING UP MISSED
WORK WITH OTHER COUNSELORS.
PAINTBALL 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Paintball Classes X X OPEN X X
Night Time Action Target Course MONDAY, TUESDAY, & THURSDAY 8:30PM
THE BSA STRICTLY PROHIBITS SHOOTING PAINTBALL MARKERS AT OTHER PEOPLE OR PEOPLE LIKE OBJECTS.
THIS CLASS WILL STRICTLY SHOOT ONLY AT DESIGNATED TARGETS, ON A RANGE & ACTION TARGET COURSE.
ALSO, ALL THOSE WISHING TO USE THE ACTION TARGET COURSE MUST FIRST EARN THEIR RANGE SAFETY
CARD BY TAKING THE DAILY CLASS OR COMPLETING AN OPEN TIME CERTIFICATION SESSION.
* = PREREQUISITES | BOLD = EAGLE REQUIRED | ITALISIZED = NOT A MERIT BADGE | GREEN
HIGHLIGHT = NEW THIS YEAR
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO REVIEW THE FULL PROGRAM GUIDE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON
PREREQUISITES, AGE RECOMMENDATIONS, AND FURTHER OPPORTUNITIES.
THIS ROSTER IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME – REVISED: MARCH 16, 2015
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AQUATICS
Check out the Aquatics Program at Orchard Lake! All Aquatic Programming is under the
supervision of a Nationally Certified BSA Aquatics Instructor. All of our Aquatics Staff are BSA
Lifeguards and hold CPR Certifications. Our Boating area has Rowboats, Canoes, Kayaks,
Paddleboards, and Sailboats. Fishing poles are available for sale at the Trading Post. Adult
Leaders are asked to serve as additional lifeguards in their free time.
Canoeing Scouts must have passed swimmers test.
No Costs
Kayaking & Kayaking BSA Test & Recommended for older scouts. No Costs
Lifesaving * Young scouts shouldn’t attempt this badge,
and should have earned Swimming MB.
Complete req. 1 before camp.
No Costs
Rowing Scouts must have passed swimmers test. No Costs
Small Boat Sailing
Swimming Scouts must have passed swimmers test. No Costs
Instructional Swim Whether in Swimming MB or not No Costs
Snorkeling BSA, Mile Swim BSA, & Paddleboard BSA
Test & Recommended for experienced
swimmers.
No Costs
Mile Swim BSA (attend ALL week)
BSA Lifeguard (attend ALL week) Test & Recommended for experienced
swimmers. Scouts must be 15+ and earn
ARC CPR/AED for the Professional
Rescuer or equivalent.
Polar Bear Swim Brrr! Come enjoy the fun! No Costs
AQUATICS 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Canoeing X
O
P
E
N
X
Kayaking &Kayaking BSA X X X
Lifesaving* 10-11:30AM 3-4:30PM
Rowing X
Small Boat Sailing 10-11:30AM 3-4:30PM
Swimming X X X
Instructional Swim X X
Snorkeling BSA, Mile Swim BSA, & Paddleboard BSA
X
Polar Bear Swim TUESDAY 7AM-7:30AM
BSA Lifeguard* ALL DAY
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BSA LIFEGUARD
The purpose of the BSA Lifeguard is to provide
an intensive training program in aquatics safety
for older Scouts and adult leaders.
Participant Qualifications: 15+, earned
Swimming & Lifesaving MB, and 1st Class rank
or recommendation of unit leader
Note: First Aid and Professional Rescuer
CPR/AED certifications needs to be earned prior
to camp, or within 120 days of starting the
program.
Completion of the course earns participants a 3 year lifeguard certification, recognized at all
BSA camps and events. In many states, BSA lifeguards may work at public beaches and camps.
Lifeguarding Camp will also provide participants with training, information, and skills to
prevent, recognize, and respond to swimming emergencies, during unit swimming activities.
It expands the awareness instruction provided by Safe Swim Defense training. Persons
completing the training should be better able to assess their preparation to supervise unit
swimming events. Skills training will include:
• Multiple rescue techniques including rescue from a watercraft
• Swimming extension rescue
• Active and passive drowning rescue
• Submerged victim rescue
• First Aid and Professional Rescuer CPR/AED
MILE SWIM
Come and test your swimming ability and stamina Friday
evening! Remember to train throughout the week!
Please note the below requirement that many miss. If
wanting to do the Mile Swim, YOU MUST TRAIN.
You can accomplish this at camp, during open swims.
Under the supervision of a currently qualified certified
aquatics instructor or equivalent, participate in four
hours of training and preparation for distance swimming
(one hour a day maximum).
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COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL HOUSE)
We are proud and excited to host 2 Eagle required merit badges, alongside a slew of other
communication related badges! Whether you prefer learning about global citizenship, are
yearning to perform, or have a knack for the visual or informative arts – this is where you want
to be!
COMMUNICATIONS 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Cit. in the World X X
O
P
E
N
X
Communications X X X
Journalism* X
Moviemaking X X
Photography X
Public Speaking X
Radio X
Signs, Signals, and Codes X X
Theatre* X
Cit in the World Recommended for older scouts. Research and Lecture
Intensive.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Communications Recommended for older scouts. Writing and Speech Intensive.
Can work on req. 5 before camp.
No Costs
Journalism Be a reporter for the OSR Newsletter!
Can work on req. 2 before camp.
No Costs
Moviemaking No prerequisites – come and enjoy! No Costs
Photography No prerequisites – come and enjoy! No Costs
Public Speaking Recommended for older scouts. Writing and Speech Intensive.
Can work on req. 4 before camp.
No Costs
Radio No prerequisites – come and enjoy!
Can work on req. 7 before camp.
No Costs
Theatre Acting, SFX make-up, production +
Work on req. 1 & 2 before camp.
No Costs
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CRAFT LODGE
Everyone should leave camp with some things they made! Work on a variety of craft projects
and merit badges. Work on making or updating your Troop Plaque. This area is PERFECT for
scouts of all ages.
Art No prerequisites – come and enjoy! No Costs
Basketry Materials may be purchased in the Trading
Post.
No prerequisites – come and enjoy!
$20 to $30
Graphic Arts Recommended for older scouts.
No prerequisites.
$10
Leatherwork Materials can be purchased in the Trading
Post.
No prerequisites – come and enjoy!
$10 to $15
Sculpture No prerequisites – come and enjoy! $10 to $15
Textile No prerequisites – come and enjoy! No Costs
Woodcarving Materials may be purchased in the Trading
Post.
No prerequisites – come and enjoy!
$10 to $15
CRAFT LODGE 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Art X
O
P
E
N
X
Basketry X X
Graphic Arts X X
Leatherwork X X X
Sculpture X
Textile X
Woodcarving X X
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DAN BEARD (FIRST YEAR CAMPER) (COU-TOU-SEE)
Onteora’s Dan Beard program will focus on Tenderfoot, Second, and First Class skills. We
recommend new scouts take 1-2 badges, so they have time to work with the Dan Beard program
and participate in unit and other camp activities. We strongly recommend all first time summer
campers participate for:
1. Camp Orientation/Familiarity
2. Rank Advancement Instruction through First Class.
3. Camp and Citizenship Training
The Dan Beard Program meets at the Cou-Tou-See Campsite every weekday (during each
scout’s registered session). Dan Beard is a half day program, in the morning (Session 1) or
afternoon (Session 2), paired with free time for merit badge and alternative programming
opportunities.
SUGGESTED MERIT BADGES FOR FIRST YEAR CAMPERS
Basketry Materials may be purchased in
the Trading Post.
No prerequisites.
$25 to $30
Fish and Wildlife
Management
Any Scouts may take
Work on req. 7 before camp.
No Costs
Fishing Bring a fishing pole & lures.
Additional supplies can be
purchased at the Trading Post.
No Costs
Leatherwork Great for younger Scouts.
Materials can be purchased in
the Trading Post.
$10 to $15
Mammal Study Writing required.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Nature Work on req. 4 prior to
camp.
No Costs
Space Exploration Rocket kits will be purchased
at the Trading Post.
No prerequisites.
$15
Sports Please provide verification of
participation in team sports.
Work on req. 4 and 5 before
camp
No Costs
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FIELD SPORTS (JAMES E. WEST FIELD)
Our Field Sports program is the place not only for merit badges, but planning any games or
sports you troop wants to try. Please schedule with the Mountain Biking staff at the Sunday SPL
Meeting to ride our exciting trails. Also, come and join in the camp-wide nighttime fishing
activity!
Athletics A great badge to learn more about training
and physical fitness.
Work on req. 3 before camp.
No Costs
Cycling Recommended for older scouts.
Work on req. 7 before camp.
No Costs
Fishing Bring a fishing pole & lures. More supplies
can be purchased at the Trading Post.
No prerequisites.
As Desired
Personal Fitness Recommended for older scouts.
A 12-week training program with doctor
and parent endorsement must be planned
completed before arrival at camp.
Work on req. 1a, 1b, 7, and 8 before
camp.
No Costs
Space Exploration Rocket kits purchased at the Trading Post.
No prerequisites.
$15
Sports Please provide verification of participation
in team sports. Will require work outside of
class, during evening program.
Work on req. 4 and 5 before camp.
No Costs
Golf No prerequisites – enjoy for the day! $25
Horsemanship No prerequisites – enjoy for the day! $35
FIELD SPORTS 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Athletics*
O
P
E
N
X
Cycling* X
Fishing X X
Personal Fitness* X
Space Exploration X X
Sports* X
Golf ONE FULL DAY (TBA)
Horsemanship ONE FULL DAY (TBA)
BOTH, GOLF & HORSEMANSHIP CLASSES ARE ONE FULL DAY COURSES – IT’S THE SCOUT’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAKING UP MISSED WORK WITH OTHER COUNSELORS.
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THE GLAIZE (TR SHELTER)
In 1794, when the zone of contact had reached the eastern Midwest, a single northern Ohio town,
"the Glaize," was made up of hundreds of Shawnee, Miami, and Delaware Indians, British and
French traders and artisans, several Nanticokes, Cherokees, and Iroquois, a few African
American and white American captives, and whites who had married into or been adopted by
Indian families. Come visit this historical Utopia at the TR Shelter, where you will have the
opportunity to participate in activities like blacksmithing, tomahawk throwing, native Pow Wow
dancing, and Mountain Man rendezvous.
GLAIZE 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
American Cultures/American Heritage
O
P
E
N
X
Archaeology X
Cit. in the Nation* X X X
Indian Lore X
Metalwork X X X
Music/Bugling* X
Wilderness Survival X X
Wilderness Survival Outpost WEDNESDAY 8:30PM
American Cultures/ American Heritage AC - Work on req.1 before camp.
AH - Work on req. 3c & 4 before camp
No Costs
Archaeology Scouts should have interest in this field
and can do research.
Can work on req. 8 and 9 before camp.
No Costs
Cit. in the Nation Recommended for older scouts. Writing
and lecture intensive.
Work on req. 2 & 8 before camp.
No Costs
Indian Lore No prerequisites – come and enjoy! $10 to $15
Metalwork Additional time for requirement
completions will be made available, as
needed.
No Costs
Music/Bugling Work on req. 3 before camp. No Costs
Wilderness Survival Recommended for those with camping
experience.
Bring materials for req. 5.
No Costs
Wilderness Survival Outpost This will be a camp-wide outpost that will
also serve as the time for those enrolled in
Wilderness Survival to complete
requirement 8.
No Costs
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MEDICAL/HEALTH (COUNCIL HOUSE)
Onteora’s Medical/Health Program Area is led by a certified medical practitioner with a vast
amount of field experience. Assisting him/her is a staff of well-qualified and knowledgeable
individuals, prepared to teach scouts, through a mixture of hands on experience and class
participation.
MEDICAL/HEALTH 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Emergency Preparedness* X X O
P
E
N
X
First Aid* X X X
Medicine X
Public Health X
Search & Rescue X X
Emergency Preparedness Recommended for older scouts.
Must have completed First Aid MB
BEFORE Camp.
Work on req. 1 before camp.
Work on req. 2c AFTER camp.
No Costs
First Aid Recommended for older scouts.
Must Complete all first aid req.,
through 1st Class rank.
Work on req. 1 before camp.
No Costs
Medicince Recommended for older scouts. Work
Intensive.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Public Health Recommended for older scouts. Work
Intensive.
Work on req. 7 before camp.
No Costs
Search & Rescue Recommended for older scouts.
Work Intensive.
No Costs
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NATURE/ECOLOGY (JAMES E. WEST SHELTER)
Our Nationally Certified BSA Ecology Director and his trained staff will be sure to help your
scouts earn ecology badges and get a better understanding of our land, air, water, and life
systems. Camp conservation projects are available for units that want to do troop team-building,
develop youth leadership, and improve their camp. Also, come and join the camp-wide
astronomy outpost!
Animal Science No prerequisites – come and enjoy! No Costs
Astronomy Will require some work at night,
dependent on weather.
Will require work outside of class.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Chemistry Extensive lab and class work.
No prerequisites. No Costs
Environmental Science Recommended for older scouts because of
difficult concepts and required writings
and observations. Will require work
outside of class. May complete
requirement 4 before arriving at camp.
No Costs
NATURE 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Animal Science X
O
P
E
N
X
Astronomy X
Chemistry X X
Environmental Science X X X
Fish & Wildlife Management / Soil & Water Conservation
X
Forestry X
Geology X
Mammal Study X X
Nature X
Reptile & Amphibian Study* X
Weather X
Astronomy Outpost TUESDAY 9PM
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NATURE/ECOLOGY (JAMES E. WEST SHELTER) CONTINUED
Fish and Wildlife Management &
Soil and Water Conservation
Any Scouts may take.
Can work on req. 7 before camp.
Writing required.
No Costs
No Costs
Forestry Extensive field and class work.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Geology Includes the study of materials that make up
Earth and the process that impact humans.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Mammal Study Any Scout may take. Writing required.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Nature Can work on req. 4 prior to camp No Costs
Reptile & Amphibian Study Work on req. 8 before camp. No Costs
Weather Great for scouts of all ages.
Can work on req. 8 before camp.
No Costs
Astronomy Outpost This is a camp-wide outpost opportunity that
is mainly made available for all those
enrolled in Astronomy Merit Badge to work
on their night time observation requirements.
No Costs
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OLDER BOY PROGRAM AREA (MAINTENANCE BUILDING)
This year we will welcome the return of the Climbing Wall and Zip Line, and will offer a unique
program area driven towards our scouts, 14 and older. Centered on the climbing and
maintenance area, we will offer Climbing, Plumbing, Farm Mechanics, Home Repair, Welding,
Painting, Automotive Maintenance, Electricity, and Fly Fishing Merit Badges. Participants will
be working in and around the trades programs, to spike an industrial interest.
OLDER BOY 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Climbing 9-11AM
O
P
E
N
3-5PM
American Labor X X
Automotive Maintenance X X
Electricity X
Farm Mechanics X
Fly Fishing X
Home Repair X
Painting X
Welding X X X
Woodwork X
Climbing Limited Availability (No more than 12
participants, per session).
Physically Intensive.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
American Labor No prerequisites – Come and enjoy! No Costs
Automotive Maintenance Work Intensive. No prerequisites. No Costs
Electricity Practical Intensive.
Work on req. 8 & 11 before camp.
No Costs
Farm Mechanics Work Intensive. No prerequisites. No Costs
Fly Fishing Additional equipment at Trading Post.
Practical Intensive.
Work on req. 8 & 10 before camp
As Desired
Home Repair Work Intensive. No prerequisites. No Costs
Painting Work Intensive. No prerequisites. No Costs
Welding Limited Availability. No prerequisites. $10
Woodwork Limited Availability & Practical
Intensive. No prerequisites.
No Costs
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SALES & FINANCE (TRADING POST)
This area, headed by our very own Trading Post Staff, will expose scouts to Personal
Management and Salesmanship Merit Badges, amongst others. Through trade experience, on and
off camp property, our experienced trading post staff will be able to teach and provide a first
account of what it takes to manage money, business, and sales.
MAKE SURE TO COME & VISIT THE TRADING POST FOR A WIDE ASSORTMENT
OF PROGRAM MATERIALS, MERCHANDISE, AND CONCESSIONS!
BELOW LISTED ARE THE STANDARD TRADING POST HOURS
SUNDAY XXX 1PM-5PM 7PM-8PM 9:30PM-10PM
MONDAY 8:30AM-10AM 1PM-5PM 7PM-10PM XXX
TUESDAY 8:30AM-10AM 1PM-5PM 7PM-10PM XXX
WEDNESDAY 8:30AM-10AM 1PM-5PM 7PM-10PM XXX
THURSDAY 8:30AM-10AM 1PM-5PM 7PM-10PM XXX
FRIDAY 8:30AM-10AM 1PM-5PM 7PM-8PM 9:30PM-10PM
SATURDAY 8:30AM-10AM XXX XXX XXX
The Trading Post at the Long House is now stocked by BSA Supply and carries essential camp
needs such as propane cylinders, toothpaste, and soap to last minute cracker-barrel ingredients. Merit badge pamphlets and Scout supplies, snacks/refreshments, specialty camp
souvenirs, and outdoor supplies are available. Campers will want to have spending money. $50.00 is enough to meet most needs.
Be sure to visit the Trading Post, during posted hours.
SALES & FINANCE (TP) 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Entrepreneurship X O
P
E
N
Personal Management* X X X
Salesmanship X
Entrepreneurship No prerequisites – come and enjoy! No Costs
Personal Management Recommended for older scouts.
Writing & Lecture Intensive.
Work on req. 1, 2, and 8 before camp.
No Costs
Salesmanship Recommended for older scouts.
Req. basic mathematical capabilities.
Come work at the OSR Trading Post, and
learn the in’s and out’s of this important
skillset.
No Costs
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SCOUT CRAFT (OTTER SHELTER)
Our Nationally Certified BSA Scout Skills Director and his/her trained staff can demonstrate a
huge variety of outdoor and scouting skills. Also, come and join the camp-wide wilderness survival
outpost, and/or earn your Totin’ Chip, Firem’n Chit, and Paul Bunyan Certifications!
SCOUTCRAFT 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Camping/Backpacking/Hiking* (CBH) X X O
P
E
N
X
Cooking* X X X X
Geocaching X X
Orienteering X
Pioneering X X
Totin’ Chip, Paul Bunyan Woodsman, and Firem’n Chit
X
Camping, Backpacking, &
Hiking
C -Scouts will only complete some
requirements at camp: others must be
done with home Troop
Work on req. 4b, 8c, 8d, and 9 before
camp.
No Costs
B - Recommended for those with camping
and/or backpacking experience.
Work on req. 8, 9, 10, and 11 before
camp.
H - Document hikes taken with the Home
troop.
Work on req. 5, 6, and 7 before camp.
Cooking Recommended for Scouts who are 1st
Class rank.
Work on req. 5, 6, and 7 before camp.
No Costs
Geocaching Will require work outside of class, during
evening program.
No Costs
Orienteering Difficult for very young scouts.
Can work on req. 7 before camp.
No Costs
Pioneering Recommended for Scouts who have
completed 1st Class knot-tying
requirements.
Can work on req. 2a before camp.
No Costs
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SHOOTING SPORTS (DAN BEARD SHELTER & RANGES)
Check the Program Schedule, and decide when you’re going up to the Ranges. Whether it is
Archery, Bolt- Action .22 Caliber Single Shot Rifles, or 12 and 20 Gauge Shotguns; Shooting
Sports will teach you how to do it safe, and then let you test your skills. A Nationally Certified
BSA Shooting Sports Director runs all the ranges, with his trained staff. Participants must be 12+
for rifles and 13+ for shotgun.
SHOOTING SPORTS 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Archery X FREE
SHOOT
X O
P
E
N
X FREE
SHOOT Rifle X X X
Shotgun FREE
SHOOT X
FREE
SHOOT
FREE
SHOOT X
Archery Proficiency and strength are necessary for
completion. Not recommended for
younger scouts.
Highly encouraged to be 2nd Class+
No Costs
Rifle Shooting Class registration provides unlimited
shooting during class and free shoot
periods, until qualification is reached.
Participants must be 12+
No Costs
Shotgun Shooting Proficiency and experience is required.
Recommended for Scouts 1st Class and
14 years or older.
Participants must be 13+
No Costs
Free Shoot Free shoots represent camp-wide
availability to the ranges, under the
supervision and guidance of our highly
qualified staff. Priority will be given to
those registered in the merit badge
courses, in order to allow more
opportunities for qualification.
Shotgun ($2, for 3 Shells OR $5 for 10).
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STEM – SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING,
MATHEMATICS (COUNCIL HOUSE)
In this brand new program area, Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in merit
badges including, but not limited to Robotics, Engineering, Game Design, Inventing,
and more! This nationally recognized BSA Program is at the forefront of Scouting and
United States educational initiatives. Don’t miss the opportunity to check out this
exciting camp program!
STEM 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Animation X
O
P
E
N
X
Composite Materials X
Digital Technology* X
Engineering X
Game Design X X X
Inventing X
Robotics X X X
Animation Recommended for Older Scouts. Research and
Lecture Intensive.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Composite Materials Recommended for Older Scouts. Research and
Lecture Intensive.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Digital Technology* Recommended for older scouts.
Complete req. 1 (earn your Cyberchip) before
arriving to camp.
No Costs
Engineering Recommended for Older Scouts. Research and
Lecture Intensive.
No prerequisites.
No Costs
Game Design No prerequisites – come and enjoy! No Costs
Inventing No prerequisites – come and enjoy! No Costs
Robotics Recommended for Older Scouts. Fast-paced.
No prerequisites. No Costs
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ATV PROGRAM (9AM-12PM & 3PM-6PM) | (TUES & THURS NIGHT OUTPOSTS)
This half-day intensive program is being offered to those scouts 14+, and will be led by
two 18+ ATV Safety Institute Certified Instructors. In addition to the daytime
instruction being offered, scouts will be invited to partake in a lottery system for an
ATV overnight outpost, on either Tuesday or Thursday evening (space availability is
limited).
All participants must fill out the ATV Program Participation and Hold-Harmless
Agreement, found on the next page. In addition, all participants must bring long pants,
long sleeve shirts, and boots covering the ankle. Finally, participants agree to abide by
safe riding principles, the principles of Tread Lightly, and commit to HAVING FUN!
THIS PROGRAM COSTS AN ADDITIONAL $25 PER PARTICIPANT. SPACE IS
LIMITED, SO SIGN UP QUICKLY!
ATV 9AM-12PM 1:30PM 3PM-6PM
ATV RiderCourse X OPEN X
ATV classes are ONE day/ONE session only – it’s the Scout’s responsibility to arrange for making up missed work with other
counselors
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PAINTBALL PROGRAM (NEW 2015) | (MON, TUES, & THURS NIGHT SHOOTS)
Onteora Scout Reservation is proud to announce its newest program area, paintball! It is the strict policy of the BSA that at no point and time will any firearm or firearm like equipment will be pointed at another person or person like object. Our program will strictly enforce the policy that our paintball markers will always be aimed and fired at predetermined targets, approved by the acting Range Officer. In addition, Scouts who take the time to complete their range safety certification will receive a verification card, which they can later use to gain access to the range and action target course, under the guidance of our staff. Certification cards can be achieved by either attending the first session of scheduled paintball classes or by taking the certification during afternoon program.
In addition to the regularly scheduled paintball sessions, we’re excited to offer a night time action target course, where Scouts can test their skills and work together in navigating a unique and exciting course opportunity. All Scouts who attend and complete the course instruction over the week, along with staffing one session during afternoon or evening program will earn a special edition commemorative paintball patch!
THIS PROGRAM COSTS AN ADDITIONAL $15 PER PARTICIPANT. SPACE IS
LIMITED, SO SIGN UP QUICKLY!
PAINTBALL 9AM 10AM 11AM 1:30PM 3PM 4PM
Paintball Classes X X OPEN X X
Night Time Action Target Course MONDAY, TUESDAY, & THURSDAY 8:30PM
THE BSA STRICTLY PROHIBITS SHOOTING PAINTBALL MARKERS AT OTHER PEOPLE OR PEOPLE LIKE
OBJECTS. THIS CLASS WILL STRICTLY SHOOT ONLY AT DESIGNATED TARGETS, ON A RANGE & ACTION
TARGET COURSE. ALSO, ALL THOSE WISHING TO USE THE ACTION TARGET COURSE MUST FIRST EARN
THEIR RANGE SAFETY CARD BY TAKING THE DAILY CLASS OR COMPLETING AN OPEN TIME CERTIFICATION
SESSION.
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AFTERNOON PROGRAM (1:30-3PM)
Directly following camp-wide Ciesta, scouts are invited to visit any of Onteora’s open and
staffed program areas. Below listed are some highlighted events going on at each of the areas;
please have your SPL sign your Troop or patrol up in the SPL meeting, the day before each
activity, to partake in the fun, regardless of whether or not you’re taking a merit badge at that
designated area; that means you too leaders! * Note: In line with risk management policies, any
area director has the right to restrict certain area activities, as he/she sees fit).
AREA ACTIVITY
Aquatics Open Swim & Boating, Instructional Swim, Snorkeling BSA,
Kayaking BSA, Mile Swim, and
Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
Scout Craft Pioneering Projects, Geocaching & Orienteering Course
Offerings, Specialty Cooking, and Additional
Merit Badge Studies/Practice
First Aid Station/Shelter Triage Response Scenarios, CPR & First Aid Certifications,
and Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
Dan Beard Back to the Basics Challenges, Minuteman Knot Inductions,
and Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
Handicraft Open Craft Time, Paint-a-Rock Competition, and
Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
Nature/Ecology Nature Hikes, Animal Feedings, and
Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
Field Sports Camp Games, Sports, and Additional
Merit Badge Studies/Practice
The Glaize Blacksmithing, Tomahawk Throwing, and
Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
Shooting Sports Open Shoots, Specialty Shoots (Watermelon Archery,
Pudding Shotgun, Balloon Rifle, etc.), and
Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
Older Boy Program Welding, Service Projects, and
Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
Climbing Open Climb & Rappel, and Additional Merit Badge
Studies/Practice
Communications Musician Rock Out Sessions, Camera Checkouts, and
Additional Merit Badge Studies/Practice
ATV Open Riding Time for all those who previously went through
a class session.
Paintball Open Shoots and Action Target Course operation for all those
who have taken their Range Safety Certification, and Range
Safety Certification Course
TRADING POST OPEN – COME ENJOY & SOCIALIZE!!!
- DAILY SPECIALS -
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EVENING PROGRAM (7-8:30PM)
Welcome to your scouting amusement park! Pick an event, come with great ideas and tons of
scouting spirit – There’s something for everyone! Below Listed are our evening Legacy program
offerings.
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Leaders & SPL
Meeting
(Long House)
Staff Bounty
Hunt
(James E West
Parade Field)
Sports Night
(James E West
Parade Field)
Wild West
Games
(Field Sports)
Cowboy Up!
(Orchard Lake
Parade Field)
Catholic
Service
(All Faith
Chapel –
7:00pm)
Ultimate Frisbee
(Field Sports)
Shooting
Competition
(Shooting
Sports)
Water
Carnival &
Anything
Can Float
Competition
(Aquatics)
Jewish
Service
(Craft Lodge –
7:00pm)
Pet Rock
Competition
(Orchard Lake
Parade Field)
Night Rappel
14+
(Climbing
Wall)
Night Rappel
14+
(Climbing
Wall)
Dutch Oven
Cooking
Competition
(Long House for
Judging –
8:30pm)
Camp-Wide
Fire
(Orchard Lake
Parade Field –
8:00pm)
Interfaith
Service
(All Faith
Chapel –
7:45pm)
Trading Post
Social
(Trading Post)
OA Pre
Ordeal
(As Needed)
OA Ordeal
ALL DAY
(As Needed)
Ice Cream Social
(Long House)
OA
Brotherhood
Ceremony
(As Needed)
In-Site Troop
Reflections &
Evaluations
(Camp-Wide)
NIGHTTIME PROGRAM (8:30PM)
A good time, any time! Below Listed are our nightly program offerings.
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Opening
Campfire
(Campfire Ring)
Night Shoot
(Shooting
Sports –
9:00pm)
Night Bike
(Field Sports –
9:00pm)
Movie Night
(Long House –
8:30pm)
Night Shoot
(Shooting
Sports –
9:00pm)
Closing
Campfire
(Campfire
Ring)
Veterans &
Eagle Social
(Long House -
9:00pm)
Astronomy
Outpost
(Orchard Lake
Parade Field –
9:00pm)
Wilderness
Survival Outpost
(Orchard Lake
Parade Field -
9:00pm)
OA Social
(Long House -
9:00pm)
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NIGHTTIME PROGRAM DETAILS
We want to offer a wide array of outposts and
night specific activities to guarantee a good time,
any time! OSR is offering a multitude of evening
and late night programs, ranging from a camp-
wide bonfire, movie night, and rappel, to night
fishing, geocaching, and outposts. Check the
above listings to find out which programs are
happening on which nights, and come join in on
all the fun and excitement! Note: please
consider the age and ability of participants in
relation to each activity (unit and staff leaders
have the authority to restrict certain area
activities, as he/she sees fit).
WATER CARNIVAL
Welcome to OSR’s Festival on the water! This
evening activity is designed around aquatic
competitions for the patrol, troop, and even
leaders! Come down to aquatics and prepare to
compete in and spectate a wide variety of
activities ranging from a canoe swamp, greasy
watermelon race, and anything can float
competition, to a War on Orchard Lake and even
the coveted, Scoutmaster Belly Flop Competition.
COWBOY UP!
Welcome to Onteora Scout Reservation’s
most intense camp-wide competition, to date! In our Thursday night program of, Cowboy Up!,
units, scouts, and leaders will be pushed to their
limits. This Triathlon, meets marathon, meets
Man vs. Wild event will test scout skills
including, but not limited to, swimming,
canoeing, mountain biking, running, fire
building, knot tying, scouting trivia, and more!
So, BE PREPARED!
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DUTCH OVEN COOK-OFF
Join in the fun! This Iron Chef Competition is open to
scouts and leaders! Participants are to supply their
own Dutch Ovens and food. Judging will take place at
the Long House, by camp administration, and their
will be a separate adult and scout champion. Note:
units are encouraged to compete in this event at either
the troop or patrol level (whichever you see fit).
Winners of this event will get camp-wide recognition
and bragging rights for the week!
POLAR BEAR SWIM
Kicking it old school! Join the BSA & OSR
tradition of the Polar Bear Swim. During this
Camp-wide event, participants are encouraged to
wake up early Tuesday morning and jump into
Orchard Lake at 7AM! Participants will receive a
Polar Bear Swim Patch, this year! Note: We will
be following the Safe Swim Defense Rules, under
the guidance of our aquatics staff for the duration
of the event.
BICYCLES IN CAMP
Personal Bicycles will be permitted in camp, this year.
Bring yours, and enjoy our many trails!
Those Scouts bringing their bicycles to camp must
have the permission of their Scoutmaster; have the
bike inspected and tagged by a member of the camp
management, placed out of harm’s way; a helmet
must be worn at all times, and bicycles are ridden
with a buddy. Bicycles must appear to be in good
working condition with Mountain Terrain tires (no
“touring” tires are permitted). A complete list of rules
will be discussed with the Scout upon inspection.
Cyclists not following the rules will have their bike
“impounded” for the remainder of the week. The
Theodore Roosevelt Council, BSA and Onteora Scout
Reservation will not be responsible for bicycles or
equipment lost, stolen, or broken during the week.
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WILD WEST THEME
This year, the Onteora Scout Reservation Staff has
decided to embrace the Wild West, as its program
theme. Elements of the theme will be incorporated
in to events and activities throughout the week,
including the opening campfire, camp assemblies,
and more. The culmination of this thematic union
will be at our Wednesday evening cook-out.
Wednesday’s dinner will be turned in to an outdoor
festival with a barbeque, cowboy cuisine, western
music, and of course, a fully functioning Wild West
Games Tournament. The tournament will include
horseshoes, lassoing, burlap sack races, and more. Come and enjoy the fun! Campers are highly
encouraged to be creative and incorporate their very own themed, scout appropriate, costumes,
decorations, games, and spirit! The more the merrier!
SPIRIT STICK
A camp-wide spirit stick will be exchanged between the
functioning Program Director and the daily unit selected, for
having demonstrated the greatest amount of scout spirit in
camp. There is no set rubric for determining the most spirited
unit (examples of qualifying traits could be as simple as the
unit having the most participants during mealtime songs and
program, to the unit with the best campsite inspection, to the
unit that went out of their way to improve general camp
facilities and/or experience). Simply put, do your best, do a
good turn daily, and show your unit’s cheerful and spirited
attitude, and you’ll be more than ready to compete! Units
that are selected will be bestowed the OSR spirit stick, for
which they must add a personal decoration to, and bring back
with them to the following morning’s breakfast, for
presentation and exchange to the newly selected unit.
CAMP
NEWSLETTER
OSR will publish a daily newsletter with camp-wide
happenings, pictures, important announcements/reminders,
and more. The opening newsletter will be designed by the
Onteora Staff, but for the rest of the week, scouts registered
in Journalism, Communications, and Computers Merit
Badges will be held responsible for all publishing. As such,
our weekly newsletter name, layout, and information will
be decided upon by our youth! If you have any additional
information/announcements you deem important, please
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notify our MB counselors and newsletter staff, mentioned
above (i.e. – Birthdays, celebrations, reminders, etc.).
CRAZY THEME DAYS
With all this structured fun, we needed to allow for some
crazy to leak through, somewhere. Please, joining us in
celebrating the below listed crazy theme days! Note:
Participation is not to distract from programming or be in
contradiction with the Scout Oath & Law.
ELECTRONIC MERIT BADGE SIGN-UP
Please note that in order to register for merit badges this year,
unit leaders should go to the Theodore Roosevelt Council
Website, and follow the link to the 2013 OSR Merit Badge
Sign Up. This process helps to keep class sizes at the
recommended amount, in order to provide the safest and most
meaningful program to our youth. Also, electronic registration
will alert/reiterate scout leaders of prerequisites for badges
(will be listed under each badge in the registry), and allow
unit leaders a reaffirmed ability to ensure scouts are selecting
badges that are the most practical for their advancement and
overall development.
HONOR CAMPER PROGRAM
This year will mark the first annual OSR Honor Camper
Program. This prized award is to be presented by the
unit leaders to the scout they select based on their own
criteria. The nominees will have demonstrated living up
to the Scout Oath & Law in their daily lives, while at
camp, and will prove their character and worth as an
elite scout and camper. These honor campers will be
recognized at the closing campfire, and will receive the
coveted gold Rough Rider Pin to be worn with pride and
admiration. Note: Limit 1 scout per unit, unless
approved by the Program Director.
MON TUES WED THUR FRI
CRAZY
PJ DAY
CRAZY
HAT &
SOCK
DAY
CRAZY
COWBOY
DAY
THROW-
BACK
THIRSDAY
OSR
PRIDE
DAY
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THE GOOD TURN DAILY – HOUR OF SERVICE
This year,the Order of the Arrow, Buckskin
Lodge and the Onteora Scout Reservation Staff
have worked together to develop a program
dedicated to the Boy Scout slogan, “do a good
turn daily”. Join us from 1:30- 2:30pm for the
camp hour of service. This is the perfect
opportunity for you to improve upon your home,
make a difference, and join in our camp-wide
brotherhood of cheerful service. For participating
in just one of these sessions you will be a marked
camper, with public recognition and a take away
gift for your commitment to a better Onteora and
a better Scouting program. So, make sure to join
us; and “be the change you wish to see in the
world”.
PET ROCK COMPETITION
Just like it sounds… Come to our Craft Lodge
with a rock of your choosing to be painted and
otherwise decorated. You’ll have up until just
before campfire, so make your time count, and
be sure to show off your creations at the gateway
to your Troop’s campsite for bonus pints during
your morning visitation.
SPORTS NIGHT
Let’s get ready to rumble! The James E West
Parade Field will be taken over by storm, with
every sport and pick-up game you can
imagine. We’ve got Ultimate Frisbee,
Volleyball, Can Jam, Horseshoes, Soccer, a
new basketball hoop, and more. We have
something for everyone. This is the perfect
time to wear your favorite team’s jersey, get in
to patrols, and battle to see who’s got skills.
Good luck!
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STAFF BOUNTY HUNT
Yee Haw! Face the staff off on the ultimate
staff bounty hunt! All campers are asked to
meet at the James E. West Parade Field at
7:30pm. From there everyone will make sure
they have at least one buddy. YOU ARE
REQUIRED TO STAY WITH YOUR
BUDDIES AT ALL TIMES, DURING
THIS EVENT. At the call, all Scouts will be
released to locate staff members, across
MAIN camp. Each staff member has a point
value (somme even negative). So, best of
luck, and see how many you can catch. PS –
you must tag the staff member to count!
SHOOTING COMPETITION
Make your way to the rifle, shotgun, or
archery range and enjoy the many
challenges to be offered. The shooting
sports competition will range in events,
from trying to shoot out the flame on a
candlestick, to hitting a watermelon with
an arrow. Test your luck, and aim to have a
blast – let’s see what you’re made of!
CAMP-WIDE FIRE
This is a great opportunity to just sit back,
relax, and have a good time with friends.
Enjoy the warm fire, alongside roasted
marshmallows, and plenty of great music.
Consider this the social hour of the week
– a chance for staff and campers to wash
their worries away and enjoy the rustic
splendor of the outdoors, in the best of
company.
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COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT) PROGRAM
The Counselor in Training/Apprentice Program is an
intensive training program designed to improve the
leadership and instructional skills of scouts, ages
fourteen and up. The skills a scout will learn, as a
CIT will help him to become an effective leader in
his unit, his daily life, and potentially as a member of
the Onteora Staff. The scout needs to be 14 by June
1, 2015.
Much like the training for volunteer leaders in the Boy Scouts of America, the Counselor in
Training Program is divided into two Program Specific Weeks. The course focuses on personal
growth for the CIT. By concentrating on self-confidence, self-motivation, and initiative,
CIT’s are able to realize a higher level of potential. CIT’s are trained in leadership development
and teamwork by operating within the group to accomplish tasks. There is an emphasis on team
unity and learning how to effectively set the example. Written evaluations help to gauge progress
and improvement. This is a necessary preparation to be successful as a CIT and future staff
member.
These Program Specific weeks are designed to give CIT’s the opportunity to serve under the
tutelage of the Onteora Staff. The goal for the CIT is to gain a working knowledge of the
responsibilities of a staff member, as well as getting a clearer picture of the structure of the
Onteora Staff and its varied departments. Staff will work side-by-side and coach the CIT in the
different program offerings, in their respective departments.
ORDER OF THE ARROW - BUCKSKIN LODGE
The Order of the Arrow is a vital part of the summer camp program and is fully present and
visible many times during your stay at Onteora. The purpose of the Order of the Arrow is to
recognize those Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law. Those who are
elected candidates and wish to complete their Ordeal at Onteora may do so. The richness and
folklore of the Lenni-Lenape lives on through the traditions of our lodge. The purpose of the
Order of the Arrow is four fold:
-To recognize those campers who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their everyday
lives, and, by such recognition, cause other campers to conduct themselves in such a
manner as to warrant recognition.
-To develop and maintain camping traditions and spirit.
-To promote Scout camping, as an effective part of the units program, and help strengthen
the district and council camping program both year round and in the summer camp
-To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful
service to others.
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Buckskin Lodge will offer service and fellowship opportunities throughout the summer, in
addition to an Ordeal and Brotherhood ceremony.
CANDIDATE REGISTRATION
Current fees are posted on the roster form (download from the camp
website). Upon arrival at Onteora Scout Reservation, leaders should
turn in a roster and the additional fees for both Ordeal and
Brotherhood Candidates upon check-in please submit the OA
Candidate Registration form with individual candidate registrations
attached to the OA Coordinator. The Buckskin Lodge will be handling
its own paperwork at summer camp, so please do not include any
Order of the Arrow fees with any other camp fees.
* Fee includes meals from Monday Dinner - Wednesday Breakfast
** Fee includes meals from Thursday Dinner - Friday Breakfast
DISTINGUISHED CAMP ARROWMEN AWARD
The OA is proud to continue the Distinguished Camp Arrowmen Award Program. This is a
unique and exciting opportunity for those arrowmen attending camp to participate in the wide
array of OA programs and be recognized for their upstanding service and commitment to
bettering OSR. Please ask the OA Coordinator for more information!
OA SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
HOUR OF
SERVICE
(1:30-2:30)
HOUR OF
SERVICE
(1:30-2:30)
HOUR OF
SERVICE
(1:30-2:30)
OA Pre Ordeal
(As Needed)
OA Ordeal
ALL DAY
(As Needed)
Ice Cream Social
(Long House)
OA Brotherhood
Ceremony
(As Needed) x
OA Social
(Long House -
9:00pm)
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OSR ELITE
The OSR Elite award is designed to recognize units who go above and beyond, in their week at
camp, and in the scouting movement. Units must meet the following requirements, and return
this sheet, checked and signed, to the Head Commissioner, by Thursday, at 5pm.
A minimum of one Scoutmaster, or unit leader, is present and on time at all designated
Commissioner Roundtables, the Leader’s Breakfast, and all other necessary functions.
The Senior Patrol Leader or designee must attend all SPL Meetings.
A minimum of one Scoutmaster, or unit leader, earns the Scoutmaster Merit Badge.
Fireguard, Emergency sheet, Duty roster, Program schedule, and troop progress posted on
campsite bulletin board at all times.
Troop must make an average score of 90 points on campsite visitations.
Troop performs camp assigned service responsibilities; clean showers, grace at a meal, etc.
All unit members wear proper uniform to evening meals and camp fires, and are on time.
Troop performs at least one approved camp service project.
At least 80% of troop successfully passes uniform inspection.
At least 30% of troop attends one of the camp-wide outpost programs.
Troop participated in at least 3 of the evening camp-wide events (legends programs).
OA members represent unit at the Order of the Arrow Social.
Troop plans and cooks at least one meal in their site.
Troop plans and carries out their own campfire program.
Troop Demonstrates Scout Spirit and actively lives out the Scout Oath and Law.
Troop Number ________________ Campsite Name _________________________________
SPL ______________________________ Unit Leader ________________________________
Commissioner ________________________ Program Director ________________________
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490 CLUB & 500 CLUB (UNIT VISITATIONS)
The 490 & 500 club are reserved for those units that maintain campsite inspection scores within
those respective ranges, for their weekly totals (up to 100 points a day). Our camp staff
Commissioners will visit each site, following breakfast. During these visits, Commissioners will
take note of any unit or leader news, will reiterate important camp happenings, and will conduct
a campsite inspection. Please be sure to pass along any positive and negative thoughts to our
Commissioners at this time, as we strive to react accordingly as soon as possible.
GUIDELINES FOR OSR CAMPSITE INSPECTIONS
Tents:
· Neat and orderly – tent flaps should be uniformly rolled up or down, as the unit sees fit. Some
tents will be missing ties; points should not be taken off for this reason. Flaps should not be tossed
or folded back over the tent roof. Litter should not be present in tents.
· Bedding (sleeping bags, pillows, and blankets) should be in neat arrangement on the cot.
· Clothing should be folded neatly on top of the bedding, hung inside the tent, or stored in packs
or baggage under the cot.
· Clothes lines should be strung so that they do not present a ripping or strangling situation (line
should be 6 feet, or higher). They should be out of pathways used by campers.
Fire Protection
· Fireguard Chart needs to be filled out, posted, and followed.
· Fire tools should be readily stored near the fire ring with easy access. This makes a good
pioneering project.
· The campfire area should be neat and free of litter. This is outdoor camping natural material all
around us, points should not be taken off if a leaf or two is around. All combustible material
should be 10 foot away from the fire itself. If it has unburned or partially burnt wood in the fire
ring, it should be cold if no one is in the camp.
Troop and Patrol Equipment
· All camping equipment should be stored away and clean.
· Duty rosters need to be filled out and posted, along with camp schedule.
Campsite / Health / Safety
· The first aid kit should be visible to the observer.
· One vehicle is allowed in each campsite, and must display, at all times, an OSR authorized pass.
· A deduction of 5 points for each unauthorized vehicle will be made.
· Ax Yard – should be set up away from camp. It must be a full swing of an ax around all areas. It
should be marked or easily recognized. Saws and axes should be stored properly.
· A hand washing station should be set-up and made available (hand sanitizer, etc.)
Bonus
· Camp gadgets, gateways, patrol/troop flags, and other site improvements are all highly
encouraged, and will be rewarded accordingly. If your unit chooses to do any of the above, please
inform your visiting commissioner, upon his/her arrival.
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UNIT VISITATIONS (CAMPSITE INSPECTION FORM)
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SCOUTMASTER MERIT BADGE
The purpose of the SM merit badge is to encourage leaders to get more
involved in camp programs and have a more interactive experience at
camp. In order to earn the Onteora Scout Reservation Scoutmaster Merit
Badge, leaders must complete 12 of 15 requirements, including the
six mandatory requirements (designated with an *). Applications
must be turned in by 5:00PM on Thursday, to the Head Commissioner.
Name: ____________________ Troop: ___________
Campsite: __________________
1) * Visit all program/support areas:
AREA DATE AREA DIRECTOR
SIGNATURE
Aquatics
Scout Craft
First Aid Station/Shelter
Dan Beard
Handicraft
Nature/Ecology
Field Sports
The Glaize
Shooting Sports
Older Boy Program
Climbing
Communications
ATV
Paintball
Trading Post
Administration Building
Health Lodge
2) Participate in at least one approved training opportunity (First Aid & CPR, Climb on
Safely, Leave No Trace, BSA Lifeguard, Basic Leader Training, etc.)
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TRAINING TYPE TRAINER SIGNATURE
3) Assist with Merit Badge Instruction, or teach an additional Merit Badge (with approval
and guidance from the Program Director and his/her staff)
MERIT BADGE INSTRUCTOR SIGNATURE
4) * Participate in camp improvement project / Commissioner Signature ______________
5) * Complete Camp Survey Form / Commissioner Signature ________________________
6) Attend Leader’s Breakfast / Program Director Signature _________________________
7) Attend Order of the Arrow Social / OA Coordinator Signature ____________________
8) Assist in supervising a free swim or free boating / Aquatics Signature _______________
9) Assist in supervising a free climb / Climbing Director Signature ____________________
10) * Participate in at least 3 Scoutmaster Merit Badge Program Sessions (during Legends)
S___ M___ T___ W___ TH___ F___ Program Director Initials
11) * Attend Commissioner Roundtable(s)
S___ M___ T___ W___ TH___ F___ Head Commissioner Initials
12) In your campsite, teach skills to Scouts enrolled in Dan Beard
13) Conduct a troop swim, canoe, hike, bike, or other trip/activity at camp
14) Invite someone new to visit your campsite
15) * Demonstrate Scout Spirit and actively live out the Scout Oath and Law
Program Director Signature _____________ Head Commissioner Signature _____________
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ADDITIONAL LEADERS TRAININGS
This year, Onteora is seeking to fulfill not only our obligation to improved programming and
customer service, but our commitment to bettering each unit’s year-round program. The best way
to accomplish this task is to ensure well-trained leaders. With this philosophy in mind, the OSR
staff, Theodore Roosevelt Council Training Committee, and others will be collectively offering a
diverse selection of furthered trainings for all unit leaders. There will be some variance in
opportunities, week-to-week. However, know that our plan is to regularly offer Basic Leader
Training, Climb on Safely, Safe Swim Defense, First Aid & CPR Certifications, and more! We
also offer the ability for unit leaders to take their Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills
(IOLS) Training, during their stay at camp. Please ask about your week’s opportunities at the
Sunday night Leader’s Meeting, and if you’re a qualified trainer, you are more than welcome to
be a volunteer instructor, too.
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AFTERNOON LEADERS PROGRAM (DIRECTOR’S
CHALLENGE) (2-3PM)
We want to ensure that the “biggest kids in camp” still have
plenty of opportunity to have some fun of their own! That
being said, each afternoon (as noted below) there will be an
afternoon event for leaders to partake in. The Program
Director will coordinate these challenges, and winners will
receive camp-wide recognition, bragging rights for the week,
and a chance to kick back and enjoy with their fellow leaders
and the Program Director.
VOLUNTEERS
Could you spare a week this summer to help troops have a successful
camp experience? Volunteer for a week at summer camp, as a Camp
Commissioner! We also encourage volunteers to assist with Merit
Badge Instruction, if you have a badge that you would like to offer at
camp while you are with or without your troop. Please fill out the
volunteer merit badge council or form and get in no later than June
15th.
http://www.trcbsa.org/Resources/Forms/Camping/
BoyScoutResidentCamp
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
The Onteora Staff will recognize campers in countless ways, for their
success and/or participation in everything from the 1st Year Camper
Program (Dan Beard) to the coveted OSR Elite! We are making it our
mission to reward as many as possible for their actions in furthering the
vision of Onteora and the scouting program. From trophies, to ribbons, to
patches, to outdoor equipment, and more we want campers to be proud of
what they’ve done because we certainly are!
MON TUES WED THUR FRI
SHOTGUN
CHALLENGE HORSESHOES
ARCHERY
WATERMELON
SHOOT
SHILLELAGH
GOLF
STAFF
RECOGNITION
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GETTING TO KNOW THE STAFF
Onteora always strives to recruit the highest qualified people to fill the prestigious ranks of the
full time staff. The Volunteer Staff and Adult Leaders are a vital part of the equation. Working
together we form the Onteora Staff, one team with the common goal of delivering the best
programs and camping experience to each and every scout who camps at Onteora.
OSR has a trained full-time staff of over 60 men and women. The staff undergoes a rigorous
week of training, prior to camp opening. The Staff will assist your unit in every way possible to
provide exceptionable customer service & ensure each camper gets all OSR has to offer.
OSR KEY THREE
In the BSA structure of a residential Boy Scout summer camp, there are 3 designated
administrative positions, referred to as the Key Three. These key staffers manage the key
elements of the camp (Safety, Program, and Customer Service). Together, they will work to
supply the entire OSR staff with the knowledge, training, and resources necessary to insure you
have an amazing experience at Onteora.
THE CAMP DIRECTOR – MATTHEW CONLON
The Camp Director oversees the entire OSR operation and is ultimately responsible for everyone
at Camp. There are specific directors for each area of Camp Operation, including Program,
Service, Medical, Food Service, Business, and Trading Post. We have a Camp Ranger who
ensures the quality and operation of our facilities. Everyone works together with the common
goal of ensuring the health, safety and welfare of all individuals. With safety well in hand, the
focus turns to creating a positive and fun camping adventure in which our aim is that all campers
(youth and adult), experience as much of OSR as possible.
THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR – CODY OHER
The Program Director oversees the program at camp. Works with the Area Directors to make
sure that their staff is prepared to work with each scout providing quality instruction and
ensuring the scouts earn their badge. The Program Director leads all camp related activities from
Flag to evening program. The Program Director is the heartbeat of the camp working with scouts
and scouters to make sure that they are getting the most out of their camping experience while at
Onteora. The Program Director is also responsible to ensure that the needs of the unit are met.
THE CAMP COMMISSIONER – LOGAN THOMPSON
Your Camp Commissioner is your unit’s best camp resource. Whether it’s to answer a question,
help with scheduling, solve a problem, procurement of supplies, to listen or visit for a cup of
coffee, your commissioner is here to serve as your unit’s summer camp liaison. The
commissioner’s staff goal is to ensure that your week at camp allows you to capture the “Spirit
of Onteora.”
“WE ARE HERE FOR YOU AND THE SCOUTING PROGRAM. PLEASE LET US
KNOW WHAT WE CAN DO TO MAKE YOUR EXPERIENCE A BETTER ONE.”
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ONTEORA SCOUT RESERVATION MAP
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