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Celebrating a Century of Scouting
2020 PROGRAM GUIDE FOR SCOUTS AND ADULT PARTICIPANTS
2020 Program & Schedule Changes .............................................................................................................. 1
Weekly Schedule ........................................................................................................................................... 2
Class Catalog ................................................................................................................................................. 3
Class Locations .............................................................................................................................................. 6
Age/Size Appropriate Classes ....................................................................................................................... 7
Class Schedule ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Camp Wide Events ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Vespers ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Campfire Programs ................................................................................................................................... 9
Polar Bear Swim ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Centennial Games ................................................................................................................................... 10
Scoutmaster Dinner ................................................................................................................................ 10
Game Night ............................................................................................................................................. 10
The Scoutmaster Belly-Flop .................................................................................................................... 11
Family Night ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Movie Night............................................................................................................................................. 11
Patrol Leader Responsibilities ..................................................................................................................... 12
Special Activities & Awards ......................................................................................................................... 13
Mica Bay Outpost Trip ................................................................................................................................ 15
Appendix ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
Camp Map ............................................................................................................................................... 17
Camp Awards .......................................................................................................................................... 18
Nature Area –The Naturistic Award ........................................................................................................ 18
Eagle Quest Area - Knot Ninja & Blind Knot Ninja .................................................................................. 18
Scoutcraft Area - Mountain Man Award ................................................................................................ 18
The Silver Paddle Leader Award ............................................................................................................. 20
Iron Scout Award .................................................................................................................................... 21
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In 2020 Camp Easton celebrates 100 years of scouting on Lake
Coeur d’Alene! We hope you are as excited as we are to be a part
of this historic season.
At Camp Easton, we pride ourselves on seeking honest feedback
from both our youth and adult customers and then doing our best
to implement change and deliver the program you are looking for.
Here are some of the most common things told to us in 2019:
• Based on previous years reviews, in 2019 we altered the
schedule to allow for more merit badge classes to be
taken, however during the 2019 season both our
customers and staff told us that this made the schedule
too busy and the days too long.
• A common request was to have more evening time to
spend in the campsite with your troops enjoying
campfires, comradery and cooking s’mores. Also, for more
“free” or “down” time in the evening schedules in general.
•
Check out some of the new changes coming your way in 2020!
– Last year we
offered 6 class periods. Based on your
reviews, we are going back to a less
condensed schedule with 5 class
sessions and more “free” time.
– We will
be adding a 15-minute break between
the two lunch shifts to allow for the
kitchen to reset for the next meal. This
will help to ensure the second meal
shift can start on time.
– We have
moved troop campfires to Tuesday
night to give time for troops to build
cohesion and comradery.
–
Traditionally new scouts at Easton sign
a log book to commemorate their
experience. We have added a specific
time for it to alleviate confusion.
– To help us
celebrate our 100 years of operation,
we will have camp wide games Friday
afternoon. Previously the Highland
games, these games will incorporate
activities from Scouting and camp
Easton history.
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Times
6:00 AM
6:15
6:30
6:45
7:00 AM
7:15
7:30
7:45
8:00 AM
8:15
8:30
8:45
9:00 AM
9:15
9:30
9:45
10:00 AM
10:15
10:30
10:45
11:00 AM
11:15
11:30
11:45
12:00 PM
12:15
12:30
12:45 BREAK SPL MEETING BREAK SPL MEETING BREAK SPL MEETING BREAK SPL MEETING BREAK SPL MEETING
1:00 PM
1:15
1:30
1:45
2:00 PM
2:15
2:30
2:45
3:00 PM
3:15
3:30
3:45
4:00 PM
4:15
4:30
4:45
5:00 PM
5:15
5:30
5:45
6:00 PM
6:15
6:30
6:45
7:00 PM
7:15
7:30
7:45
8:00 PM
8:15
8:30
8:45
9:00 PM
9:15
9:30
9:45
10:00 PM
SESSION FOUR SESSION FOUR
SESSION FIVE
BREAK/TRAVEL
SESSION FOUR SESSION FOUR
CENTENIAL GAMESBREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL
SESSION FIVE
BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL
SESSION FIVE SESSION FIVE
BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL
BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL
LUNCH SHIFT 1 (LOWER) LUNCH SHIFT 1 (LOWER) LUNCH SHIFT 1 (LOWER)LUNCH SHIFT 1 (LOWER)
LUNCH SHIFT 2 (UPPER) LUNCH SHIFT 2 (UPPER) LUNCH SHIFT 2 (UPPER) LUNCH SHIFT 2 (UPPER)
SESSION THREE/OPEN
PROGRAM
SESSION THREE/OPEN
PROGRAM
SESSION TWO
BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL
SESSION THREE/OPEN
PROGRAM
SESSION THREE/OPEN
PROGRAM
SESSION TWO SESSION TWO
ADULT LEADER
MEETING
BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL
SESSION TWO
FLAG CEREMONY FLAG CEREMONY FLAGS & OA PRESENTATION
BEAKFAST SHIFT 2 (UPPER)
SESSION
ONEADULT LEADER
MEETING
SESSION
ONE
SESSION
ONE
SESSION
ONEADULT LEADER
MEETING
ADULT LEADER
MEETING
ADULT LEADER
MEETING
BREAK/TRAVEL SCOUTMASTER FLOP
FLAG CEREMONY
COMBINED DINNERCOMBINED DINNER FAMILY
VISITORS WELCOME!
UNSTRUCTURED TIME
(PROGRAM AREAS NOT
AVALIABLE)FLAG CEREMONY FLAG CEREMONY FLAG CEREMONY
COLOR KEY
MEALS
FREE TIME FREE TIME
OPEN PROGRAM TIME
2020 Camp Easton Weekly Schedule
Monday Tuesday Wednesday *OA Day* Thursday Friday Saturday
POLAR BEAR
SWIM 2BREAKFAST
SHIFT 1
(LOWER)
LATE CHECK
IN POLAR BEAR
SWIM 1BREAKFAST SHIFT 1
(LOWER)
BREAKFAST SHIFT 1
(LOWER)
BREAKFAST
SHIFT 1
(LOWER)
BREAKFAST SHIFT 1
(LOWER)
LIGHTS OUT!
FREE TIME
EMERGENCY-DRILL
TROOP CAMPFIRESPARADE GROUNDS MOVIE
NIGHT (OPTIONAL)FREE TIME
SURVIVAL
CAMPOUT
Sunday
CHECK-IN & RESOLVE
REGISTRATION, CAMP TOUR,
MEDICAL CHECK, SWIM AND
MERIT BADGE CHECKS
DINNER SHIFT 1 (LOWER)
FLAG CEREMONY
DINNER SHIFT 2 (UPPER)
BREAK/TRAVEL
ALL LEADER MEETING
FLAG CEREMONY
BEAKFAST SHIFT 2 (UPPER) BEAKFAST SHIFT 2 (UPPER) BEAKFAST SHIFT 2 (UPPER)
BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL BREAK/TRAVEL
FREE TIME
VESPERS
FREE TIME
LIGHTS OUT!
OPENING CAMPFIRE
FREE TIME
LIGHTS OUT! LIGHTS OUT! LIGHTS OUT!
DINNER SHIFT 1 (LOWER) DINNER SHIFT 1 (LOWER) DINNER SHIFT 1 (LOWER)
FLAG CEREMONY
DINNER SHIFT 2 (UPPER) DINNER SHIFT 2 (UPPER) DINNER SHIFT 2 (UPPER)
SCOUTMASTE
R DINNERGAME NIGHT
FREE TIME LOG BOOK SIGNING
OPEN PROGRAM TIME OPEN PROGRAM TIME OPEN PROGRAM TIME OPEN PROGRAM TIME
PROGRAM AND CLASS
INSTRUCTION
CAMP-WIDE EVENTS
ADMINISTRATIVE EVENTS
FREE TIME FREE TIME FREE TIME
LUNCH SHIFT 1 (LOWER)
LUNCH SHIFT 2 (UPPER)
FAMILY NIGHT
FREE TIME
CLOSING CAMPFIRE
BLUE CARD PICK-UP
LIGHTS OUT!
COMBINED BREAKFAST
FLAG CEREMONY
CHECK-OUT, QUESTIONS
AND MERIT BADGE
CONCERNS
OPEN CLASS AND OPEN
MERIT BADGE MAKEUP TIME
BREAK/TRAVEL
BEAKFAST SHIFT 2 (UPPER)
BREAK/TRAVEL
FLAG CEREMONY
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Image Class Name Cost Description/Prerequisites Program Area Class Sessions
Offered
Archery $15 Fee includes Archery Fee and Arrow Kit Shooting Sports 2 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Art Free No Prerequisites Handicraft 1 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Basketry Up to $20 in Trading Post
No Prerequisites Not a Scheduled Class. Available during
Open Program Time only. Handicraft
Open Program Only (unscheduled)
BSA Lifeguard $75
For both Adults & Youth Become a BSA Certified Lifeguard, must be at least 15, pass BSA Swim Test* and be a
VERY Strong Swimmer. This is an ALL WEEK course! It will take up all periods every day,
not scheduled, on request only.
Swimming ALL WEEK
(unscheduled)
BSA Snorkeling Free Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Swimming
1 Hour, 2 Day 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am,
2:45pm
Camping Free Please Complete Requirements 4a, 4b, 5e, 7a, 7b, 8c, 8d, 9a, 9b, 9c prior to camp in order to finish the Merit Badge at camp.
Scoutcraft
1 Hour, 4 Day 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:45pm,
2:45pm
Canoeing Free Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Boating
2 Hour, 2 Day 9:00am, 1:45pm
Chess Free Great for First Year Scouts Handicraft
1 Hour, 4 Day 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am,
1:45pm, 2:45pm
Cooking Free May not be able to finish at camp unless you
complete some requirements before arriving.
Eagle Quest 2 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Emergency Preparedness
Free Must have First Aid Merit
Please Complete Requirements 2c, 8b, 9a, 9b, 9c before arriving at camp
Eagle Quest 2 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Environmental Science
Free Time intensive
May require the use of open program time to finish
Nature 2 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Finger Printing Free Not a Scheduled class, available during open
program only. Great for first year Scouts
Handicraft Open Program Only
(unscheduled)
Forestry Free No Prerequisites Nature
2Hour, 2 Day Monday and Tuesday
9:00am, 1:45pm
Geology Free No Prerequisites Nature
2Hour, 2 Day Wednesday and Thursday
9:00am, 1:45pm
Indian Lore Free
Not a Scheduled class, available during open program only.
Great for first year Scouts Scoutcraft
Open Program Only (unscheduled)
Instructional Swim Free
No Prerequisites For those Scouts and scouters who are
unable to pass the BSA swim test in order to build fundamental swimming skills
Swimming 1 Hour, 4 Day
11:00am, 1:45pm
Introduction to
Outdoor Leadership Skills
Free
ADULT ONLY CLASS Complete the second part of required
Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster training while you visit us this summer!
Admin 1 Hour, 4 Day
11:00am
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Image Class Name Cost Description/Prerequisites Program Area Class Sessions
Offered
Kayaking Free Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Boating
2 Hour, 2 Day 9:00am, 1:45pm
Leatherwork Up to $20 in Trading Post
Requires kit purchase in trading post Handicraft 1 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 11:00am, 2:45pm
Lifesaving Free
Must have Swimming Merit Badge and be a strong swimmer
Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting badge*
Swimming 2 Hour, 2 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Mammal Study Free Not a Scheduled class, available during open
program only. Great for first year Scouts Nature
Open Program Only (unscheduled)
Mile Swim Free Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Not recommended for younger scouts
Boating 1Hour, 4 Day
1:45pm, 2:45pm
Mining in Society Free No Prerequisite Nature 1 Hour, 4 Day
10:00am, 2:45pm
Motor Boating $10 Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Boating
1 Hour, 2 Day 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am,
1:45pm, 2:45pm
NRA Basic Pistol Course
$80 ADULT ONLY COURSE
Learn the Fundamentals of Pistol Safety, Shooting and Maintenance
Shooting Sports (Classroom in Dining
Hall)
1 Hour, 4 Day 3:30pm
NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Training
$65
ADULT ONLY CLASS To take your scouts out shooting outside of
Summer Camp each troop must have an NRA Instructor and RSO, get trained for this
during your stay at Camp Easton
Shooting Sports 1 Hour, 4 Day
11:00am
NRA/Winchester Marksmanship –
Rifle $50.00
Must have Rifle Shooting Merit Badge or be over 18
Learn and practice advanced target shooting skills in order to advance in the
NRA/Winchester Marksmanship Program, includes up to 800 rounds of ammunition
and all targets.
Shooting Sports 1 Hour, 4 Day
11:00am
NRA/Winchester Marksmanship –
Shotgun $100.00
Must have Shotgun Shooting Merit Badge or be over 18
Learn and practice advanced trap and skeet shooting skills in order to advance in the
NRA/Winchester Marksmanship Program, includes up to 250 shells and clays.
Shooting Sports 1 Hour, 4 Day
11:00am
Orienteering Free No Prerequisites Scoutcraft 1 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Painting Free No Prerequisites Handicraft 1 Hour, 4 Day
10:00am, 1:45pm
Pioneering Free No Prerequisite. Materials for model will be
provided in class, Scouts must purchase their own model materials if they wish to keep it.
Scoutcraft 1 Hour, 4 Day
10:00am, 2:45pm
Rifle Shooting $15 Great for First Year Scouts, includes 100
shots. May require some extra time during open program to complete
Shooting Sports 2 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Rowing Free Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Boating
2Hour, 2 Day 9:00am
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Image Class Name Cost Description/Prerequisites Program Area Class Sessions
Offered
Scuba Diving $400
Youth & Adults Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Course materials and Full PADI Certification included ($900+ Value!) Great opportunity
to learn from Professional Scuba Instructors
Swimming 4 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am (See “Scuba” on page 7)
Sculpture Free No Prerequisites Handicraft 1 Hour, 4 Day
10:00am, 1:45pm
Shotgun Shooting $25
Great for all Scouts, cost includes 75 shots and clays. May require some extra time
during open program to complete difficult for smaller scouts
Shooting Sports 2 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Signs, Signals and Codes
Free No Prerequisites Eagle Quest 1 Hour, 4 Day
10:00am, 11:00am, 2:45pm
Small Boat Sailing Free Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Not recommended for younger Scouts
Boating 2 Hour, 2 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Free Adults & Youth
Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting badge*
Boating 1 Hour, 2 Day
11:00am, 1:45pm, 2:45pm
Swimming Free Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Swimming
2 Hour, 2 Day 9:00am, 1:45pm
The Great Adult Leader Training
Course Free
Adults Only
This training will prepare you to be an amazing leader in your Troop! Become a Nap
Safely Instructor! Plus, earn your S’more Cooking, Hot Beverage Drinking and Heart
Attack Badges!
Admin 2 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Trail to First Class Free No Prerequisites Eagle Quest 2 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 1:45pm
Watersports $10 Must pass BSA Swim Test before starting
badge* Boating
2 Hour, 4 Day 9:00am, 1:45pm
Wilderness Survival Free Recommended for Scouts who are 2nd class
or higher in rank. Required to attend the survival campout on Thursday Evening
Scoutcraft
1 Hour, 4 Day 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:45pm,
2:45pm
Woodcarving Up to $25 in Trading Post
Totin-Chip required, can be earned in camp Monday evening
Scouts may need to use free time to finish project
Handicraft 1 Hour, 4 Day
9:00am, 11:00am, 2:45pm
Woodwork $10
Totin-Chip required, can be earned in camp Monday evening
Not recommended for younger or smaller Scouts
Handicraft 1 Hour, 4 Day
10:00am, 1:45pm
Zipline
Adventure Course
$80
Camp Easton has partnered with Timberline Adventures to provide a high-flying
adventure this summer. Experience a 7-zipline course above the beautiful forest
around Lake Coeur d’Alene
Eagle Quest 4 Hour, 1 Day
3:30pm
*All aquatics merit badges (see requirement #2 on each badge) and achievements specify that a scout must complete the BSA Swim Test
before doing any other requirements. If a scout cannot complete either the “beginner” or “swimmer” swim test (See guide to safe scouting) by
the end of the first day of classes their schedule may be adjusted and they may be moved to other classes outside of aquatics
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As Scouts and leaders plan their schedules, it is
important to remember that there is considerable
distance between some of the program areas. It is
highly recommended that schedules are planned so that
travel time doesn’t delay arriving at classes or
unnecessarily tire Scouts.
For instance, the trail distance from the Waterfront to
the Scoutcraft is approximately half a mile and includes
a 200-foot elevation change, while the distance from
the Waterfront to Handicraft is only about 600 feet. We
wouldn’t recommend scheduling classes that go from
the Boating area to Scoutcraft then back down to
Handicraft all before lunch. It makes arriving on time for
classes difficult and tires out Scouts and leaders quickly.
Please use the camp map (page 14) to help
plan your schedules accordingly.
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The Guide to Advancement states that “No council,
committee, district, unit, or individual has the authority
to add to, or subtract from, advancement
requirements.” (see guide to advancement p. 2) With
that in mind, Camp Easton does not impose any age
restrictions on our merit badge classes not already
included in the badge itself.
We do however make note that younger, smaller or less
experienced scouts may have difficulties with certain
classes and activities. Such as manipulating the rigging
on a sailboat in Small-Boat Sailing, using large tools and
lumber in Woodworking or attempting Wilderness
Survival before completing the knot and fire-building
requirements leading up to Second Class.
While not required, we urge you to make note of these
suggestions as you plan your visit to Camp Easton and
create your daily schedule.
The Scuba Program is one of Camp Easton’s claims to
fame. Not many summer camps are able to offer this
merit badge because of facility, equipment, staff or time
constraints.
Because of the time-intensive nature of this program,
those who take this class need to be ready to begin
immediately Sunday afternoon upon arrival (first thing
Monday morning on a Monday Start Week) to complete
some of the classroom material.
Also, to save time, please complete the additional scuba
medical form (available on our website) before arriving
and bring it with you.
Thanks to our friends at the NRA,
Riverstone CDA and many other donors we
can have correctly sized equipment at our
ranges, waterfront and more to best serve
all our scouts!
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Throughout your experience with us at Camp Easton,
your troop will have several opportunities to participate
in events that involve all the guests in camp. Some of
these are focused on all the troops in camp attending
the same event together, and some are individual troop
activities that all troops participate in simultaneously.
(Sunday Evening)
After everyone gets checked-in and settled in on
Sunday, we hold a short, non-denominational worship
service. All Scouts and leaders are invited to attend for
an inspirational experience in our fire bowl overlooking
beautiful Lake Coeur d’Alene.
(Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings)
On Monday evening, after Scouts’ first day in their
classes, the Staff will put on a camp fire program so that
all of the Scouts and leaders can enjoy some fun and
fellowship. The staff will present songs, skits, jokes and
stories to entertain and inspire!
On Wednesday evening, each troop gets an opportunity
to host their own campfire in their campsite. We
encourage them to follow the example presented by
the staff on Monday, and practice songs and skits they
may want to share with the rest of the camp Friday
evening.
On Friday evening, all troops are invited (though not
required) to present songs, skits and stories to the rest
of the camp. During the program, awards and
recognitions will be given out by the staff to youth and
adults in camp for the week’s activities.
(Tuesday and Thursday Morning)
Wake up bright and early to come down to the
waterfront at 6:00 am on Tuesday or Thursday to take a
short swim in the brisk morning water! Scouts and
leaders who participate will receive a Polar Bear Swim
patch to take home with them.
Here’s some things to think of as your
Scouts prepare for their campfire:
- Keep it simple
- Keep it short (no more than 5 minutes)
- No jokes that insult or make fun of
others
- Keep it Scouting appropriate
- Practice ahead of time
- Speak up and face the audience
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(Friday Afternoon)
Join us in an event on Friday afternoon that will pit
troops and patrols against one another in a competition
of strength, agility, strategy, cooperation, teamwork
and scouting spirit!
During the Centennial games Scouts will participate in a
number of historic and traditional Scouting activities
such as:
• Cross-cut Saw • Knife Throwing
• Log Rolling • The Stick Pull
• Team Challenges • And More!
Troops are encouraged to bring their troop and patrol
flags, and scout spirit. It’s a friendly competition
between Scouts from all over the country!
The winner will be announced at the Friday evening
camp fire. Victory will go to the strongest, bravest troop
who best masters teamwork!
(Thursday Evening)
In honor of those who volunteer and sacrifice so much
for our youth in scouting, every week we hold a special
dinner just for the leaders who take their time to be
with us in camp. Scoutmasters and other unit leaders
get to have a specially prepared steak dinner and spend
an evening with the Camp Director, Program Director,
Head Commissioner and a special guest from the
council office.
(Thursday Evening)
While the Scoutmasters and Unit Leaders get some one-
on-one time with the management, the Scouts get to
spend an evening playing games with the staff. With
field games like Ultimate Frisbee and Soccer, Frisbee
Golf, Horseshoes, Volleyball, Giant Jenga and more
they’re sure to have a great time!
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(Friday Afternoon)
In an ultimate test of endurance and gut-busting humor,
Scoutmasters and other unit leaders are invited (not
required in any way) to compete in an epic belly flop
competition! Each troop is allowed to select one adult
representative to compete for the championship title
and ultimate bragging rights.
The winner will be announced at the Friday evening
camp fire.
(Friday Evening)
Family members are invited to come join us Friday
evening for dinner (or during any other evening
programs but especially Friday night) and the closing
campfire. Guests need to check in at the business office
when they arrive in camp.
Meal tickets for those who plan on joining the scouts for
dinner can be purchased at the trading post after
arriving in camp.
(Wednesday Evening)
Every Wednesday night the staff enjoy a movie on the
main parade grounds. Troops are welcome to join as an
alternative option to hosting a campfire in their
campsite.
All participation in camp wide events is
voluntary. We encourage participation by
both Scouts and leaders in as many of these
events as possible, however it is not
required.
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We believe that Patrol Leaders and Senior Patrol
Leaders should lead their Scouts as much as possible.
We offer several opportunities in camp for youth
leaders to organize and lead their Scouts.
Every day during Lunch there will be a short Patrol
Leader Meeting with a member of the camp
management to make sure that troops are aware of all
the activities going on in camp and see if any issues or
needs need to be addressed.
During the Monday Senior Patrol Leader’s meeting
(Patrol Leaders also welcome) youth leaders will have
an opportunity to sign up for the various tasks below.
Each patrol needs to arrive for flag ceremonies on time
and in uniform. We ask that each patrol bring their flag,
and prepare a patrol yell!
Throughout the week each troop and if possible, each
patrol is asked to help in doing flag ceremonies. There
are two responsibilities at each ceremony:
FLAGS – One patrol will be responsible for the raising
and lowering of the flags in a respectful and organized
manner.
PROGRAM – Another patrol will offer a thought of the
day and lead either a song or cheer (no more than 5
minutes). Songs and thoughts need to be approved with
the Program Director before the ceremony.
After each meal, we ask the youth for assistance
clearing and wiping down the tables and straightening
up the dining area. Adults from each troop may be
asked to help serve food.
Every day at 4:30pm, the commissioner staff needs help
cleaning and restocking the bathroom and shower-
houses. It takes about 30 minutes and we ask for one
troop each from lower and upper camp to help each
day.
At Camp Easton we believe that youth
should lead youth as much as possible. We
encourage Patrol Leaders and Senior Patrol
Leaders to take an active role in the
planning of their troop activities while in
camp.
We also encourage adults to drive this in
camp as much as is reasonable by sending
Scouts to their youth leadership when
issues arise. Simply put, learn to say:
“Go Ask Your SPL” Shirts are available in the Camp
Easton Trading Post for those Adults who REALLY
want to encourage youth leadership!
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Outside of classes and trainings, there are additional
activities at camp for both Scouts and Leaders as well as
special awards for both individuals and patrols. These
activities fall outside of scheduled classes and need to
be done during open program time in order to be
completed. (See Appendix for more details)
The silver paddle award encourages adult participation
in camp by encouraging adults to be involved in all
aspects of camp programs.
The gold paddle award encourages patrol participation
in camp and offers additional opportunities for
developing patrol leadership through the patrol
method.
Every week the commissioner staff will select a patrol
who has gone above and beyond expectations to
participate in camp, assist others and live the values of
the scout law.
Adults may purchase tickets at the trading post to
participate in a number of varied shooting opportunities
during open shooting time at the range. The adults with
the highest scores throughout the week will be
recognized.
Pick up a ticket in the trading post to try your skills in
shooting sports! If you complete one of the challenges
at shotgun, rifle or archery, bring the stamped ticket
back for a treat!
Prove your knot skills in the Scoutcraft area by tying the
eight basic knots of the pioneering merit badge in under
75 seconds!
The schedule at camp offers a variety of
both scheduled and open program time as
well as free time. Troops, Scouts and
leaders are welcome to be as busy as they
would like or take the extra time to just
relax and enjoy being in the great outdoors!
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Show your mountain man skills by starting a fire
without matches, building a pioneering structure and
more!
Test your outdoor knowledge and Leave-no-Trace
abilities with this award!
Scouts who complete a specific challenge in every area
of camp become Camp Easton Iron Scouts!
During Open Program Time on Tuesday and Thursday
the Tomahawk & Knife Throwing range will be open for
scouts to come and test their skills!
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Camp Easton and Camp Sweyolakan, our Camp Fire USA
sister camp on the other side of lake Coeur d’Alene,
participate in a program which allows us to send Scouts
over to their camp and they send Camp Fire campers
over to camp Easton for an overnight “exchange” once
or twice a week.
Scouts leave camp about 4:30pm, and canoe across the
lake in our giant 20+ person War Canoes. When they
arrive in Sweyolakan, they get to set up camp on the
upper field overlooking Mica Bay. We pack tinfoil
dinners for Scouts and leaders before they leave which
Scouts can cook in the fire bowl at Sweyolakan. After
eating, they get to sleep under the stars.
Scouts return in the morning, leaving about 5:30am.
This gets them back to camp Easton in time for
breakfast and morning flag ceremony, so that Scouts
who go don’t miss any classes.
There is an additional cost for this trip of $2 per person
to help cover repair costs and eventually replace the
war canoes. Two adults from each troop must go on the
trip, or troops need to make arrangements with other
troops who are going to share leaders so that 2-deep
leadership will be maintained during the trip. We do
send one life-guard in each war canoe.
The days for this trip vary from week to week based on
both camp programs, weather and previous
arrangements. Spots on the trip are available for
purchase in the trading post once you arrive in camp.
Because there is a life-guard in each canoe and life
jackets will be worn at all times, it is not necessary to
pass the BSA swim test in order to go on the trip.
However, it does take forty-five minutes to an hour to
reach the other side of the lake depending on wind and
weather. Younger Scouts often struggle with paddling
for that length of time. There is opportunity to switch
paddlers but it is still a long trip.
When Scouts are in Sweyolakan they are
ambassadors of Camp Easton and the BSA.
Many Camp Fire participants have had little
to no interaction with the BSA and we get
to be their first impression. Remember to
be living examples of the Scout Law when in
their camp.
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This award is for those individuals who love to experience the outdoors. Each requirement is oriented
towards understanding our natural environment or its conservation.
Requirement Staff Initials Recite and explain in your own words the outdoor code
Explain the 7 principles of Leave No Trace
Identify 15 plants and describe their characteristics
Explain 3 methods to stop soil erosion, demonstrate one of these
Write a brief report on 2 animals that make camp Easton their home, list eating habits, where they sleep and any other characteristics
Make an improvement on the local environment that will help an animal, and describe how it is an improvement
Explain “Fire-Smarting” and do a project that helps to fire-smart the forest (Wednesday Night Service Project)
This award is for those who wish to test their mastery of the Scout’s eight basic knots required. Tie the
following knots at the Scout Craft in less than 1 minute 15 seconds. Complete this challenge Blindfolded
and you get to sign your name in the Epic Blind Knot Ninja log book!
• Square Knot
• Clove Hitch
• Timber Hitch
• Half Hitch (x2)
• Taught Line Hitch
• Bowline
• Sheet Bend
• Sheepshank
Staff Initials: _____________
Ninja Blind Ninja
Requirement Staff Initials Tie the following knots; Square knot, clove hitch, timber hitch, two half hitches, taught line hitch, bowline, sheet bend, and sheepshank
Demonstrate the three splicing methods; back splice, eye splice, and short splice
Start a fire without matches using three different methods
Sing a camp song, or a song that relates to the history of scouting. It must be at least 1-minute long.
Demonstrate how to hang a bear bag successfully between two trees at the scout craft area.
Lash a useful camp gadget capable of supporting the weight necessary for its intended function
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Possible Points Points earned Staff Initials
Campsite Inspection by Commissioner
Monday Between 5-20
Wednesday Between 5-20
Friday Between 5-20
Flag Ceremonies
Display Scout Spirit at Flag Ceremony 5 per day
Have Patrol Flag at Flag Ceremony 5 per day
Be Program Patrol at campwide Flag Ceremony 10/time
Be Flag Patrol at campwide Flag Ceremony 10/time
Camp Activities
Sunday's Vesper service (Whole Patrol Attends) 10
Host a troop campfire Wednesday night 20
Invite another troop to your Wednesday night Campfire 10 per troop
Participate in the Bannana Relay 10
100 % of your patrol does the Polar Bear Swim 20
Play games on game night with patrol 10
Entire patrol earns the Iron Scout Award 75
Entire patrol goes shooting or swimming together 30
Scouts from patrol earn awards in multiple areas 10 per area
Hike the Nature Trail with whole patrol 20
Service
Do Service Project with patrol for Ranger 30
Clean central restrooms, Knight 1, or Knight 2 10/time
Wipe down tables and help clean Dining Hall after a meal 10/time
Teach advancement to a junior patrol 30
Patrol Leader attends SPL/Patrol Leader Meeting 10/meeting
Extra
Participate in an outpost camp (eg. Mica Bay, Wilderness
Survival) With whole Patrol 25
"Above and Beyond" at Camp Management's Discretion up to 50
TOTAL POINTS EARNED
UNIT NUMBER________________________________
PATROL NAME______________________________
SENIOR PATROL LEADER______________________
PATROL LEADER______________________________
Must be turned into Program Director before Dinner on Friday
***Earn 300 points and get the Golden Paddle Ribbon for your Flag***
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Possible Points Points Earned Staff Member Initial
Attend leader's meetings 10/meeting
Attend an Adult Leader Class 5/session
Assist with conservation project 15
Take swim test (+5 for swimmer classification) 10
Become a BSA lifeguard 150
Carve a neckerchief Slide 10
Earn Swimming and Water Rescue 50
Assist at Waterfront 10/day
Do service project for Ranger 30
Assist at Eagle Quest 10/day
Complete Handicraft project 15
Assist at Ranges 10/day
Complete a shooting Challenge 25/each
Assist at Scoutcraft 10/day
Earn the "Knot Ninja" 25/each
Assist at Handicraft 10/day
Help Kitchen by serving at a meal 10/meal
Assist at Nature 10/day
Earn Nature Area award 25/each
Participate at Game night by traveling with patrols 10 per game
Earn Polar Bear Award 20
Participate in a Troop Shoot or Swim 30
Participate in Scoutmaster Belly Flop (+5 for winning!) 10
Cook dessert at your campsite 15/dessert
Eat the bannana at the Bannana Relay 20
Check your scouts' tracking sheets 10/day
Earn the Iron Scout Award 30
Go to Mica Bay 25
Sign up for camp for next year 25
TOTAL POINTS EARNED
NAME_________________________
UNIT NUMBER___________________________
CAMPSITE______________________________
Must be turned into Program Director before Dinner on Friday
Assist with Tues evening instructional classes 10
***Earn 300 points and get the Silver Paddle Award***
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All scouts and adult leaders may participate in this award. In order to receive the Iron Scout award, you
must complete all tasks in all areas. Each program area has a task that you must complete during open
time 3:30-5:00 pm. Each task below must be initialed by a staff member in that specific area. All areas
will supply any materials needed to complete the tasks. Have your initialed sheet turned into the
Program Director by Thursday evening dinner time. Awards will be given at the Friday night campfire!
Nature Area
Explain the 7 principles of Leave No Trace. ________________
Identify 15 plants and describe their characteristics. _______________
Make a report on any 2 animals that make camp Easton their home, list eating habits, where they
sleep and any interesting characteristics. ______________
Scout Craft (Will be held at Upper Scout Craft)
Start a fire using flint and steel. __________________
Demonstrate 4 out of the 8 knots required for the Pioneering Merit Badge __________________
Lash a Tripod that can hold at least 50lbs _____________________
Eagle Quest
With a Compass, successfully orient a map _______________
Explain 5 signs of a heart attack ________________
Explain in what situation you could use a Fireman’s Carry? Than demonstrate a Fireman’s Carry by
carrying someone across the parade field __________________
Waterfront
Complete the Polar Bear Swim ______________
Handicraft
Name five rules of knife safety _____________
Using safe knife techniques carve you initials into a piece of wood _________________
Draw a picture that is somehow relative to scouting __________________
Archery Range
Shoot five arrows at the range and score a minimum of 15 points _________________
