For all Cub Scouts
What is Scoutland Adventure Camp?
Spend 4 days and 3 nights at Scoutland on Lake Lanier, near Gainesville, GA. Days are packed with fun and nights are spent under the stars. Your meals will be served in the air-conditioned camp-dining hall and you will bunk in a two-man tent with another Scout or your parent. Hot showers and flush toilets are available in the Camp shower house. There are separate facilities for men, women, and boys. We offer five camps that are held during the month of July.
The camp maintains a full-time health facility and provides a certified aquatics instructor, trained shooting sports personnel as well as a full-time qualified staff.
Cubs who will be in either 2nd or 3rd grade in the fall of 2005, can swim, spend a day on the lake, visit Scavenger Island, ride bikes, learn handicrafts and much more. What a great time for a boy and his parent to spend time together in the great outdoors this summer! Parents will accompany scouts to all activities.
Webelos, who will be in either 4th or 5th grade in the fall of 2005, will receive a special introduction to Boy Scout camping. You have the choice to attend camp with your Webelos Patrol or as a Webelos/Parent team. Boys will be able to work on Webelos Activity pins, and Belt Loops, cook, swim, canoe, learn handicrafts, participate in archery and BB shooting. Webelos will also have the opportunity to cook one meal over a campfire with food and equipment supplied to you. There are two ways to attend camp (1) with your Den Patrol and Webelos leaders, or (2) you and your parent can attend as a team. If attending as a Parent/Son team, parents will accompany scouts to all activities. Returning in 2005 for second year Webelos - the popular Outback Camping Adventure.
Who Can Come to Scoutland Adventure Camp?
Any registered Cub Scout can attend Scoutland Adventure Camp this summer.
In order to provide the Scoutland Adventure Camp program to as many Scouts as possible, there are no facilities or programs at camp for siblings regardless of age.
Scoutland Adventure Camp is open to all registered boys, regardless of race, color, or national origin. Handicapped facilities and special diet considerations are available upon request.
When is Scoutland Adventure Camp?
Five camps will be offered this year! Camps operate from 2 p.m. Sunday until 10 a.m. Wednesday and from 2 p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Saturday. CAMP DATES ARE:
| Camp # | Date Camp Starts | Date Camp Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Camp #1 | Wednesday, July 6 | Saturday, July 9 |
| Camp #2 | Sunday, July 10 | Wednesday, July 13 |
| Camp #3 | Wednesday, July 13 | Saturday, July 16 |
| Camp #4 | Sunday, July 17 | Wednesday, July 20 |
| Camp #5 | Wednesday, July 20 | Saturday, July 23 |
Where is Scoutland Adventure Camp held?
At Scoutland Boy Scout Camp on Lake Lanier just outside of Gainesville, GA. Maps to camp can be found in the 2005 Cub Scout Guide to Summer Outdoor Activities, on the council website www.nega-bsa.org, and in each of the Northeast Georgia Council Service Centers.
How Much Does it Cost to Go to Scoutland Adventure Camp?
How Will I Know If I Can Attend the Camp After I Register?
Once an registration form (including payment) is received in the Council Service Center, a confirmation card will be sent to you by mail. This card will confirm the date and time of the camp you are attending. Adventure schedules and Campsite assignments will be issued on the first day of camp after check-in.
What Will We Do at Scoutland Adventure Camp?
Cub Scouts
While at Scoutland Adventure Camp for Cub Scouts, you will have an action-packed time, geared just for you and your parent. The Scoutland Adventure Camp schedule is set up for you to have FUN from the time you arrive at camp until you leave for home. All activities are planned for parent/son teams.
You will be able to swim in the lake, ride bikes (bring your own bike and helmet), hike, play on the incredible Fort Adventure Activity Grounds, and learn handicrafts. Take a Discovery Boat cruise to Scavenger Island for a day. You will also be able to work on Belt Loops & participate in other Scouting activities such as archery and BB shooting.
Webelos I
Your parent /son team or patrol will be able to choose eight (8) Adventures: most last 1-hour and count for 1 Adventure. Outdoorsman & Ropes and Bridges both last 2 hours and each will count for 2 Adventures. These activities will start you on the path to earning Activity Pins and/or Belt Loops.
Activity Pin Adventures
Aquanaut - Swimming skills are important! Enjoy the dock and swimming area in Lake Lanier! Be prepared to take a Swim Test. 1 hour
Craftsman - Tools are fun & making things can be great! Learn the proper use of tools and leave with an item you make. 1 hour
Engineer - Make a catapult, learn about electricity, find out what engineers do, discover the physics of block and tackle pulleys in action. 1 hour
Forester - Explore the woods to identify trees, and plants. Learn about forestry - how to judge the age of a tree, etc. 1 hour
Geologist - This program Rocks! Learn about Earth's deepest secrets. Learn about rocks, minerals and fossils - how they are formed and their uses. 1 hour
Naturalist - Discover the wonder of nature at Scoutland. Participate in a nature project; learn about birds, snakes, & bugs! 1 hour
Outdoorsman - An Adventure dealing with fire building skills, tent pitching, use of knots in camp. Cook a "hobo meal" over a campfire. 2 hours.
Readyman - Learn safety, first-aid, and emergency procedures! "Be Prepared" 1 hour
Ropes & Bridges - Your chance to lash away and learn the skills to build a rope bridge. 2 hours
Scientist - Your chance to be a Mad Scientist and participate in neat experiments!!! 1 hour
Showman - Show your stuff - be an actor, a comedian, and/or a singer, and perform at a campfire. 1 hour
Belt Loop Adventures
Archery - Learn the techniques and skills needed to hit the mark! Trained instructors teach archery. Earn your belt loop. 1 hour
BB Shooting - Your chance to shoot BB-Guns on our range built just for Cub age Scouts!! Trained instructors teach this Adventure. Earn your BB belt loop. 1 hour
Webelos II
Outback Adventure
Returning in 2005 for only Webelos II patrols and leaders or for the Webelos II and parent team - this program is extremely popular and has limited space - Participation is first come first served.
Boys attending Scoutland Adventure Camp as a second year Webelos or entering the fifth grade can share in an entire camp experience of instruction and overnight camping during their Outback Adventure. This experience will include the basics of canoe safety, safe swim defense, safety afloat, Leave No Trace Awareness, setting up camp, and introductory scout skills. Please review Chapter 14-Water Safety of the Cub Scout Leaders Book #33221B.
Participants will cook at least two meals with food and equipment that is provided. Scouts and adults who have passed the scout swim test will canoe to the Outback Adventure Patrol site while non-swimmers and beginners will be transported to the patrol site by boat. All equipment will be transported to the site for you, so you will only be taking minimal gear for this overnight experience. Showers are not located at the Outback Adventure site; however, Port-O-Potties will be available.
Free Time for All
Although the days are packed with activities, there will be FREE time for swimming, archery, BB's, biking, fishing and other activities. Free time activities will be selected on the day you arrive at Camp after the Parents'/Leaders' meeting. These will be selected on a First-come - First-served basis based on availability. You may not be able to take advantage of all free time activities
Fort Adventure - Climb, slide, crawl, and swing, at the Cub Scout Activity Grounds - one of the BEST playgrounds around!!
Volleyball - Always a popular sport! Learn the game and "net "a belt loop too!
Bike Trail - Review bike safety, and then try your skills on the challenging Scoutland bike course. Bring your own bikes and helmet.
Fishing - Take the challenge & try your luck for some great fishing. Learn the skills to land the big one. (Bring your own gear. Anyone 16 or older must have a valid Georgia fishing license to fish at Lake Lanier.)
Horseshoes - Always a favorite at Scout Camp!
Obstacle Course - Climb, crawl, crossover, run, balance, and jump!
Archery! & BB Shooting! - Put to use those techniques and skills you have learned while having fun! Always a favorite!!!
Swimming - Enjoy the swimming area and dock! Swim tests will be conducted for all campers on the first day of camp.
How Can I Register to Come to Scoutland Adventure Camp?
Register early- each camp is limited to the first 200 campers!
There are three (3) ways to attend this camp: (These are also the Links to the PDF forms)
Cubs - Must register As A Parent/Son Team
Webelos - There Are Two Ways for Webelos to Register
Its Easy!: Contact your Webelos Leader and find out when your Scoutland Adventure Camp parents' meeting will take place. Meet early - this camp fills quickly.
What Webelos Leadership Must Come to Scoutland Adventure Camp?
Each Patrol MUST provide its own volunteer leadership. Leaders do not need to be registered with the Boy Scouts of America. A parent of a Webelos Scout may serve as a leader. A minimum of two (2) adults MUST accompany each Patrol. Leadership Criteria is:
| # of Scouts in Patrol | Leaders Required |
|
|---|---|---|
| 1 Scout | 1 Parent | |
| 2 - 4 Scouts | 2 Adults | |
| 5 - 8 Scouts | 3 Adults | |
| 9 - 12 Scouts | 4 Adults |
What Happens if I Change My Mind About Coming to Scoutland Adventure Camp?
CAMP FEES ARE TRANSFERABLE-BUT NOT REFUNDABLE.
All requests for transfers must be made in writing, to the Scoutland Adventure Camp Director, P O Box 399, Jefferson, GA 30549 No refunds due to weather conditions.
Health & Safety
The camp maintains a full-time health facility. Every youth/adult that attends camp must have a completed Personal Health and Medical Record #ACW 34414-04. This health form does not have to be completed by a physician. All medical forms will be collected on the first day of camp at check-in. Health Information will only be shared with the Health Professional at camp and the Camp Director. Medical Forms will not be returned to you.
Any required medication must be checked in with the Health Office upon arrival to camp. All medications must be in the original container, marked clearly with the patients name and dosage and be noted on the health form
Health forms can be found in the 2005 Cub Scout Guide to Summer Outdoor Activities, Here on the Website, and in each of the Council Service Centers of the Northeast Georgia Council.
What Do I Need to Bring to Camp
| Toothbrush & toothpaste | Water bottle/canteen |
| Towels, soap, shampoo, & shower shoes | Flashlight |
| Clothes for 4 days and 3 nights | Sleeping Bag (blankets) & pillow |
| Extra shoes & socks | Spending money ($30 is recommended) |
| Poncho/rain gear | Official Cub/Webelos uniform (including hat) |
| Swimsui | Trash bags |
| Sunscreen & insect repellan | Positive Attitude and be ready to have FUN |
Webelos II Should Bring (in addition to the list above) | |
| Small Tent (backpacking or two-man tent) | Sleeping pad |
| Small overnight backpack or duffle bag | Ground cloth |
| Mess kit including eating utensils and drinking cup | |
Car-pooling is strongly encouraged as parking is limited | |
Important points to remember about Scoutland Adventure Camp