Key Dates
March 13 – Q&A Session 6pm Good Shepherd
April 3- Summer Camp Deposit Due $200
April 3- Register for Camp Program
April 3- Merit Badge Selection
April 18 – Mandatory Swim Test session A 7:30 pm Fry YMCA
May 7 – Mandatory Swim Test session B 7:30 pm Fry YMCA
May 8 – Remaining Balance Due
May 8 – Physical Forms Due
July 7 – 14: Camp
Where:Tomahawk Boy Scout Camp (Birchwood, WI)
www.camptomahawk.org/
Departure:
Where: DMV parking lot, 931 W 75th St
When: Saturday, July 7, 2018
Time: 5:30 A.M.
Returning:
Where: DMV Parking lot across from the Church
When: Saturday, July 14, 2018
Time: Approximately 4 p.m.
Other Information:
Cost per scout – $350
Cost per adult – $130
Care Package Mailing Information
The camp address is:
(Scout Name)
Seneca- Troop 75
Chippewa Camp
Tomahawk Scout Reservation
N1910 Scout Rd.
Birchwood, WI 54817
Voting for Troop Activity at Camp
Vote for our activity HERE
Summer Camp Registration
Register for Summer Camp
View pages 12-15 of companion guide to review merit badge offerings, prerequisites, and older scout programs.
Adult Registration
Register HERE
Mandatory ATV Waiver Form for those participating in ATV Adventure
ATV Waiver
** NOTE **Merit Badge Prerequisites: It will be difficult for you to complete your MB at summer camp with out the completion of prerequisites prior to camp. Make sure you do these as soon as possible.
Additional Information
TBD
Emergency Contacts
In case of emergency and you need to get in touch with one of the adult leaders at camp:
TBD
MEDICAL FORMS
For summer camp, the following forms need to be completed and submitted before May 8th. Please submit all forms to Robert Wojtowich.
Every Scout, adult, and visitor staying overnight is required to submit an official “BSA Annual Health and Medical Record” with parts A, B, and C completed upon arrival to camp. A completed form includes a copy of the participant’s medical insurance card. This form requires an annual update by a certified and licensed healthcare provider. This form must be updated and signed within 12 months of the date you will leave camp. Only submit copies of medical forms; do not submit originals.
Medical Forms
Summer Camp Presentation
March 13th, 6 pm
Good Shepherd Church
Scout Meeting Room
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Departure:
We will be meeting at the Naperville DMV at 5:30 AM on Saturday, July 7th. We are planning for a 6 AM departure. Please eat breakfast before we depart the Naperville DMV and we will stopping for lunch on the way. Please have lunch money with you … separate from your camp stash. Also, remember to save some cash for the lunch stop on the way home.
Early Departure (if required)
Any Early Departure from Camp Tomahawk must be coordinated with Graham Brown before the start of camp. A special Early Dismissal Form will be required. Please contact Graham Brown to coordinate an early dismissal.
Food / Dietary Restrictions:
Indicate any dietary restrictions on your summer camp registration. The camp has three different meal plans Standard Menu, Gluten/Dairy Free Menu, and Vegetarian/Pork Free Menu. Microwaves and refrigerators are available for scouts bringing their own meals. A discount to summer camp will be applied. See Graham Brown with any questions or concerns about dietary restrictions.
$$MONEY$$:
There will be a banker box with us at camp. We will collect money on Sunday before we leave the parking lot. Please put an envelope for your camp money addressed with your name, troop 75, and CAMP MONEY. Some things to include in your budget: Don’t forget to include money for other daily treats and other goodies at the trading post. The camp recommends $40
Other costs will be listed here later as determined
Medicine:
Please place all meds in a Ziploc baggie WITH a copy of the medication sheet from the health form. ALL meds will be given to TBD before we leave. Please keep all inhalers and EPI pens accessible with the scout. Jennifer Cassidy will want to quickly review with you and your parent, so don’t just hand your baggie in and leave. Meds at this camp will be stored in a locked container at our campsite and administered by TBD.
Packing List
ESSENTIAL ITEMS:
- Completed “BSA Annual Health and Medical Record” signed by parent or guardian and physician, (Parts A, B & C) with a copy of the participants medical insurance card
- Scout uniforms which include shorts or pants and short-sleeve shirt. The field uniform (Class-A) is required for the evening meal
- Several Scout t-shirts (or Scouting appropriate shirts)
- The activity uniform (Class-B) is the preferred daytime attire
- At least seven pairs of socks (some Scout socks for use with summer uniform)
- Neckerchief (an option of troop uniform requirements)
- Towels (2) and washcloth
- At least six changes of underwear
- Swimming trunks
- Sweatshirt
- Pants (1-2 pair) for horseback riding or ATV
- Shorts (2-3 pair)
- Pajamas
- Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket
- Poncho or raincoat – A MUST
- Extra pair of shoes (for wet weather) – A MUST
- Duffel bag
- Soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, and comb
- Flashlight with extra batteries
- Boy Scout Handbook
- Notepaper, pencil or pen
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunscreen
- Medicine-must be in Ziploc with name on bag WITH a copy of the medication sheet from the health form B.
- Canteen or water bottle
- Mess kit (utensils, bowl, cup, plate)
- Mosquito Netting- if using a camp tent – Like THIS
- Bear box container- MUST have for smellables – Recommended item from camp
- (3) Large trash bags- protect gear from rain
OPTIONAL ITEMS:
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Watch
- Playing Cards
- Camera and film (does anyone still use film?)
- Compass
- Pocket knife with Totin’ Chip card
- Fishing pole and tackle (Do not bring live bait – camp will have available for purchase)
- Backpack and backpacking tent (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
- Hiking boots (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
- Money for the trading post and merit badge supplies
PROHIBITED ITEMS:
- Electronic Games
- Sheath knives
- Firearms, including archery equipment
- Fireworks
- Alcohol or Illegal Drugs
** Note ** You can get your gear at various places here are some places to give you a starting point:
Hiker Direct
REI
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