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Medical Policies
- Every participant must provide a copy of their annual health and medical form to be kept on file after they leave. Forms may be copied in the program center for 10¢ per copy.
- To speed up check-in, you may send copies (NOT originals) of all medical forms to camp two weeks prior to your arrival. State law requires all medication to be turned in at medical checks (during the check-in process) to the Health Officer in the original prescription labeled container. To ensure a faster check-in have a Scout medication form already filled out for each scout taking medication.
- Bee sting medication, inhalers, an insulin syringe or other medication or device used in the event of life-threatening situations may be carried by a camper or staff member but should be brought to medical checks.
- The above requirements are those of the State of Wisconsin and the Boy Scouts of America.
- An annual medical evaluation by a certified and licensed health-care provider is required for all campers.
- Parts A, B & C are to be completed annually and signed by a licensed physician. Campers staying less than 72 consecutive hours can omit part B.
- For 2009 a current class 2 medical form will be accepted, however, begining in 2010 every camper must use the new form.
A parent signature and date is REQUIRED within one year of the last day at camp! The parent MUST review the accuracy of the information on the medical form.
- When surgical treatment or hospital care is needed for Samoset Council Scouts/Scouters, benefits in excess of $300.00 will be paid only if they are unrecoverable from any other insurance policy or service contract (i.e. family insurance policy). Therefore, it is imperative that you come prepared with the pertinent insurance policy information for every Scout/Adult.
- Non-Samoset Council Units must bring their own insurance information or proof of Council insurance.
Everyone should be prepared for potential problems that are out of the control of the camp. There are a lot of natural hazards like rocks, roots and branches that may cause injury if not cautious. Campers can avoid visits from animals by not allowing any food, drinks or scented items in or near their tents. To avoid lost or stolen items, leave your valuables at home or have them stored securely in vehicles.
Facility Policies
- Members of each Super Den will rotate as “waiters” to set and clean up tables before and after each meal.
- Meals are served cafeteria style and will conclude with necessary announcements and a song.
- All meals have main entrées, sides, cereal at breakfast, fruit or vegetables and pb&j and a salad bar at dinner.
- Everyone in camp will gather in front of the dining hall behind their Super Den flag before entering the dining hall. Please remain off of the porch at that time. The camp staff will greet you there and grace will be said.
- Everyone should wear the official Cub Scout uniform to all evening meals.
- The Trading Post will be open at various times throughout the day (specific hours will be posted). It will be closed for all meals, flag ceremonies, and during chapel.
- Here you will find all the merchandise you need including everything from hats and shirts to collectibles. You will be able to purchase candy, soda, slushies, and any other food items.
- The Program Center is open to all Leaders 24 hours a day and serve as a Leader’s lounge.
- Adult restrooms are located in the lower level. Youth restrooms are in the Dining Hall.
- Leader training materials are available in the lounge areas.
- Wireless internet is available for Leader use.
- Available 24 hours a day in the lower level of the Mark Program Center.
- For medication disbursement, the Health Office will be open a half-hour before and after each meal, and one hour prior to taps. Individual arrangements can be made if necessary. Please ensure that your Scouts are responsible in this matter. We recommended that one Leader be responsible for ensuring Scouts receive their meds when they are supposed to.
- If the Health Officer is not in the Health Office, report to the camp office for assistance.
- A shower house is located in the campsite area. There are separate facilities for men, women, and youth. Additional showers for adults are available in the Program Center.
- You need to bring all your own toiletries. All of the campers will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of these facilities during their stay at camp.
Other Policies
- Please have mail addressed in the manner listed below:
- (Camper's Name), (Unit #)
- Akela's World Cub Scout Camp
- 5231 Crystal Lake Road
- Rhinelander, WI 54501
- You are encouraged to mail things several days early so we receive it before checkout day.
- Due to lack of computer capabilities, we do not offer an e-mail service for the Scouts.
- If there is an emergency family issue, please call or email with the camper’s name and unit number in the subject heading and the Camp Director will ensure that the camper receives the message.
- The reservation phone number is (715) 365-3111. We ask that the campers call home instead of friends and family calling them. Emergencies are an obvious exception.
- A camper phone is located in the Program Center and is available for anyone to use at anytime. Scouts must have a Leader with them to use the phone. Phone cards are required for long distance calls.
- For any unexpected business like incomplete medical forms, the council fax may be used (715) 355-9849. Documents may also be emailed to .
- Smoking is only allowed in the parking lot at Akela’s World, away from Scouts and other Leaders.
- For the health of all Scouts and Scouters, please respect the rights of all others and refrain from smoking in your campsite or any place other than the parking lot.
- All visitors must check in and out at the camp office.
- Visitors are not allowed between the hours of 10:00 PM and 7:30 AM.
- Guest meal tickets may be purchased for $5 per meal in the Trading Post.
- In the event of a camp-wide emergency, the camp siren may sound. At which time, all campers are to report immediately to the Dining Hall and await further instruction from the camp staff. The camp staff undergoes training in handling common types of emergencies.
- A camp-wide emergency situation will consist of any severe weather, wildfire, lost or missing campers, lost or missing swimmers, and any possible severe medical emergency. Anyone who becomes aware of an emergency situation or danger should notify the nearest staff member who will contact the appropriate camp leadership.
- Any information in regards to a bomb threat or unauthorized visitor should be reported to the program center immediately.
- Footwear is required everywhere in camp, except in the Waterfront.
- Closed toed shoes are required for Climbing and Shooting Sports.
- Units are prohibited from bringing firewood into camp because it can harbor many different kinds of invasive pests and diseases harmful to our trees. Pests like gypsy moth and diseases like oak wilt are easily spread through infested firewood. Wisconsin is now faced with the very real threat of becoming the next state to discover the emerald ash borer within its borders.
- Units can gather downed wood or purchase firewood from us.
No animals are allowed on camp properties except for guide dogs for the visually impaired or animals which are for a program/demonstration with the approval of the Reservation Director. Pets will be allowed in designated Family Camp areas but must be leashed at all times and the owner is responsible to clean up after the animal.
By participating in Samoset Council activities, you agree to allow Samoset Council to use your image in camp and council promotional materials.
In the operation of the summer camp program, no child, as defined by program regulations, will be discriminated against because of race, sex, color, age, national origins, or handicap.
