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CAMP GARRISON
MUSSER SCOUT RESERVATION
CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL
PACK
LEADERS 2002
GUIDE
INDEX
Welcome letter 3
Pack Countdown Sheet 4
Pack Check List 5
Directions to Camp 5
Camp Map 6
Unit Roster 7
What to Bring 8
Purpose 9
General Information 10
Program Directors’ Letter 14
Program Highlights 15
Saturday Schedule 16
Sunday Schedule 17
Camp Garrison Song 18
Health & Safety 19
Emergency Phone List 23
Musser Scout Reservation
Hart * Delmont * Garrison
Dear Leader,
Welcome to the Musser Scout Reservation. Once again, the summer
camping season is upon us. Our staff has spent a considerable amount of time
preparing for your visit to camp. It is our hope that we are prepared to meet your
needs and the needs of your Scouts. We have cleaned up and have even talked to
all the animals who live here in an effort to provide an environment any Scout
would love to spend a week in. A week where the Scouting Spirit is alive and
well.
On Sunday, you will be warmly greeted and we will roll out our camp
welcome mat. We hope your check in will be smooth. We will conduct your
medical recheck, and conduct a camp site inspection with you. All this will lead
up to our evening flag ceremony and meal.
Your week will be filled with an opportunity to take a swim, row a boat, fire
a BB gun, sing a song or meet a new friend. All this done in the true Scouting
Spirit. Yes, there is time to take a hike or throw a fishing line in the lake. Who
knows, the big one may not get away this year.
Use this leaders’ guide as the first step towards planning a successful week.
It contains the information you need to take advantage of everything the camp and
staff have to offer. We hope your week is enjoyable to you, your leaders and of
course your Scouts.
Our staff is ready to assist you and to make your week a fun filled
experience. Once again, thank you for coming to the Musser Scout Reservation,
we look forward to spending time with you.
See You at Camp,
Jerry Whartenby
Reservation Director
Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America
PACK COUNTDOWN SHEET
STEP 1 ARE YOUR FEES UP TO DATE? HAVE YOU SENT IN
THE NUMBER OF CAMPERS WITH YOUR UNIT?
STEP 2 IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY CONDUCTED A CAMP
PROMOTIONS PARENTS’ NIGHT IN YOUR UNIT,
SCHEDULE ONE NOW. YOU CAN SHARE WITH THE
SCOUTS AND THEIR PARENTS INFORMATION
ABOUT OUR CAMP, PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS, CAMP
FACILITIES, AND FEE PAYMENT INFORMATION.
STEP 3 THE PACK COMMITTEE SHOULD HOLD A PARENTS
NIGHT FOR THOSE SCOUTS NOT YET SIGNED UP
FOR CAMP IN AN EFFORT TO GET THEM TO SIGN
UP.
STEP 4 ATTEND THE PRE CAMP MEETING FOR LEADERS
IN MAY 2, 2002.
STEP 5 PAY BALANCE OF FEES OWED AT THE SCOUT
RESOURCE CENTER PRIOR TO MAY 14, 2001. NO
PAYMENTS AFTER THIS DATE WILL BE ENTITLED
TO THE DISCOUNT.
STEP 6 ARRANGE FOR TRANSPORTATION OR CAR
POOLING TO AND FROM CAMP.
STEP 7 CHECK IN AT CAMP ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON.
CHECK LIST
WELCOME TO FAMILY OVERNIGHT CAMPING. TO HELP YOUR CHECK
IN GO SMOOTHLY AND QUICKLY, PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE LIST
BELOW. BEFORE COMING TO CAMP, CHECK THE FOLLOWING.
_____ HAVE A CURRENT MEDICAL FOR FOR EACH YOUTH AND
ADULT CAMPER. MEDICALS WILL NOT BE RETURNED.
TURN THESE IN ON SATURDAY TO THE CAMP HEALTH
OFFICER. MAKE SURE YOUR UNIT NUMBER IS ON THE
FORM.
_____ HAVE 3 COPIES OF A CORRECT ROSTER. LIST ALL ADULT
AND YOUTH CAMPERS. THIS SHOULD INCLUDE NAME,
ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER. TURN ONE ROSTER IN
TO THE HEALTH OFFICER.
_____ BRING COPIES OR ORIGINALS OF ALL RECEIPTS FROM
THE COUNCIL FOR FEES PAID. REMEMBER THE CAMP
DEADLINE FOR THE DISCOUNT IS MAY 14, 2001.
_____ MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR CAR POOLING AND INFORM
ALL DRIVERS, TO PARK IN THE AREA DESIGNATED FOR
THE FACILITY YOU WILL BE STAYING AT.
_____MAKE SURE ALL CAMPERS ARE INFORMED OF THEIR
PACK NUMBER, SITE ASSIGNMENT AND THE DATE YOU
ARE COMING TO CAMP.
DIRECTIONS TO CAMP
CAMP GARRISON
PENNSBURG, PA
TAKE THE NORTHEAST EXTENSION OF THE PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE TO THE
FIRST EXIT, WHICH IS LANSDALE. EXIT ONTO ROUTE 63 WEST. TRAVEL WEST
ON ROUTE 63 THROUGH SUMNEYTOWN TO GREEN LANE. (THE TWO TOWNS
ARE ALMOST TOGETHER.) TURN RIGHT ONTO UPPER RIDGE ROAD. YOU WILL
SEE A SCHOOL ON YOUR RIGHT AND A CAR LOT ON YOUR LEFT. IF YOU GO AS
FAR AS THE GREEN LANE FIRE STATION YOU HAVE GONE TOO FAR! GO UP
UPPER RIDGE ROAD 7/10 OF A MILE TO A STOP SIGN. CONTINUE ON UPPER
RIDGE ROAD TO THE THIRD BLUE AND YELLOW CAMP SIGN THAT SAYS CAMP
GARRISON AND MAKE A RIGHT INTO CAMP AND FOLLOW THE ROAD TO YOUR
PARKING AREA DESIGNATED BY THE PICTURE ON THE PAVILION WHERE YOU
WILL PUT YOUR GEAR.
CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
UNIT # _______ COUNCIL ___________________ WEEK ATTENDING _______
COUNCIL # __________
UNIT ROSTER
______ CAMP HART ______ CAMP DELMONT ______CAMP GARRISON
_____CUB FAMILY WEEKEND _____CUB RESIDENT CAMP
_____WEBELOS RESIDENT
NAME ADDRESS PHONE Y A
RELEASE OF CAMPERS
To ensure the safety of all campers, the Cradle of Liberty Council, BSA has enacted
the following policy. Any Scout who leaves camp prior to normal departure time
on ThursdayMorning with their unit, will only be permitted to leave under the
auspices of an adult approved by the parents/guardians of the Scout. A camper
Release Authorization form, signed by the parents/guardians of the Scout, must be
on file at the Camp Office. This form will list all adults, who are authorized by
the parents/guardians, with whom their son may leave camp.
PARENTAL RELEASE FORM
To ensure the safety of all campers, the Cradle of Liberty Council, BSA has enacted
the following policy. Any Scout who leaves camp prior to normal departure time
on ThursdayMorning with their unit, will only be permitted to leave under the
auspices of an adult approved by the parents/guardians of the Scout. A camper
Release Authorization form, signed by the parents/guardians of the Scout, must be
on file at the Camp Office. This form will list all adults, who are authorized by
the parents/guardians, with whom their son may leave camp.
We, the parents/guardians of Scout _______________________________, of Pack
# _______, of ____________________________________Council,
authorize the following adults, with whom our son may leave camp prior to
Thursday Morning check-out.
1. ______________________________
2. ______________________________
3. ______________________________
4. ______________________________
5. ______________________________
Signed: ____________________________________ Date: __________________
Print Name: _________________________________
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
What you bring to camp is what will keep you comfortable. You need enough changes of clothing to
keep you clean. We’ll have changes in weather...hot, cold, rainy! Be prepared! Here is a list of
personal equipment you should bring. Check it carefully; change it if you see fit.
_____Sleeping Bag or 3 Blankets _____Toilet Kit Containing:
_____Poncho or Raincoat Soap, Deodorant, & Shampoo
_____Sneakers Toothbrush & Paste
_____Comfortable Hiking Boots Comb & Brush
_____Complete Summer Uniform (2) Towels & Washcloths
_____Warm Jacket or Sweater _____Flashlight
_____Socks _____Pillow or Air Pillow
_____T-Shirts _____Insect Repellant
_____Undershorts _____Handkerchiefs
_____Swim Trunks _____Extra Shirts
_____Tough Long Pants _____Pajamas
_____Costume _____Cub Scout Handbook
_____Medical Form
_____Money for Trading Post
PLEASE LEAVE AT HOME:
Radios, comic books, playing cards, valuable cameras, jewelry, game boys, walkmans etc. and
anything else which would tend to detract from the Scouting atmosphere that should prevail at
camp.
The Cradle of Liberty Council, Boy Scouts of America, and the Camping Committee make their camp
programs available to all boys regardless of race, creed or color.
PURPOSE
“The purpose of the Corporation shall be to promote, through organization and cooperation with other
agencies, the ability of boys to do things for themselves and others, to train themselves in scoutcraft, and to
teach patriotism, courage, self-reliance and kindred virtues, using methods which are now in common use
by Boy Scouts.
MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of American to serve others by helping to instill values in young people
and in other ways to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full
potential. The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the Cub Scout Promise and the Law of
the Pack.
THE CUB SCOUT PROMISE
I promise to do my best
To do my duty to God and my country,
To help other people, and
To obey the Law of the Pack
THE LAW OF THE PACK
The Cub Scout follows Akela.
The Cub Scout helps the pack go.
The pack helps the Cub Scout grow.
The Cub Scout gives goodwill.
GENERAL INFORMATION
MUSSER SCOUT RESERVATION
Musser Scout Reservation is an official camp of Cradle of Liberty Council, Boy Scouts of America.
It is operated for the benefit of all registered Scouts and Leaders of the council in accordance with
all standards of Scout Camping.
Rules for acceptance and participation in the program are the same for everyone without regard to
race, color, creed or national origin.
Every precaution is taken to insure the safety of all campers, and every effort is made to make their
stay profitable and pleasant.
CAMP DIRECTOR MAY, FOR VIOLATION OF CAMP POLICIES, DISMISS
INDIVIDUALS FROM CAMP.
UNDERSTANDING: The camp Cubmaster is in charge of the Pack at all times, and is
responsible for the conduct of their Scouts. The Cubmaster must know of Scouts who need special
attention due to physical handicaps or personal problems (hearts disease, excessive shyness,
allergies, etc.). Please share these special attentions with the camp director.
LAW OF THE CAMP - Is the Scout Law. Simple, yet all inclusive.
CAMPERSHIP PROGRAM: Campership grants are available to Scouts of Cradle of Liberty
Council, who are in need of finical assistance to attend Resident summer camp, this program does
not apply to weekend camping. This program is available for all Cradle of Liberty Council units.
For an application or more information, please contact the Camping Services Department at 610-
688-6900.
CAMP FEES: The complete “Camp Fee Schedule” was supplied to you when you registered for
camp. The following is a reminder only:
Campers fee: $35.00 per Person ($30.00 if paid before May 14, 2002)
REFUND POLICY - Once the registration deposits have been paid an individual may become ill
or otherwise be unable to attend camp. Since the camps have incurred expenses related to the
reservation such as staff employment, food costs, program supplies, etc., site deposits and camper
registration fees are not refundable. All requests for refunds must be in writing and submitted to
the Cradle of Liberty Council Camping Office prior to arrival. Refunds will be issued to the Unit
Leader only.
CAMP LEADERSHIP: It is the policy of the Boy Scouts of America that at least two (2) adult
leaders, one of whom must be 21 years of age or older, attend summer camp with your pack.
Ideally, the Pack Cubmaster is the best choice for camp Cubmaster. The second adult in camp can
be an Assistant Cubmaster, Pack Committee member or Parent. All adults staying in camp must be
registered with the Boy Scouts of America.
CAMPSITE INSPECTIONS - Your Camp Staff will perform a daily campsite inspection.
Inspections will be primarily focused upon the following:
1. Cleanliness of toilets, washstands and showers.
2. Conditions of bunks and sleeping areas.
3. Cleanliness of grounds and trails.
The camp leader is responsible for the health, safety, and cleanliness of his Scouts and the campsite.
DAMAGE TO CAMP PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - The Pack is responsible to pay for the
cost of repair. Payment is due before you leave camp.
DINING HALL: Watermelons, cakes, and other special orders must be placed at least 48 hours in
advance of the time you need them. Place your order through your Program Director. Please notify
us in writing of any special dietary needs at least one week prior to your arrival. A good time
to discuss this is at our 21 day meeting.
FIREWORKS: They are prohibited in camp and are against the law in the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania.
FISHING: Please check with the Nature Director for the best fishing in camp.
FLAG CEREMONIES: Reverence to country and respect for the flag is very important at Musser
Scout Reservation. Each Pack is encouraged to conduct their own flag ceremonies in their campsite
and ALL PACKS are to attend the campwide flag ceremony.
HAZING AND INITIATIONS: This does not belong in a SCOUT CAMP. Scout leaders will se
to it that all campers are properly oriented and assisted to get the most out of their camping
experience. Each leader needs to insure that hazing and initiations are not permitted and are not a
part of your camp agenda. Report all incidents to the Camp Director.
LANTERNS - It is best to use battery powered lanterns around Cub Scout age youth.
LIQUID FUEL - Liquid fuel lanterns and stoves are permitted under trained adult supervision.
Fuel must be stored in proper containers and in a secured box.
LITTER - Please do not litter and do your good turn by helping to pick up litter should you see
any.
LOST AND FOUND - Articles found should be brought to the Administration Building. Likewise,
article lost may be inquired about at the same place. Unclaimed articles will be disposed of at the
end of the week.
MAINTENANCE: Windows, bunks, mattresses and other camp equipment are expensive to
replace. Care for them as you would your own property. Small rips in mattress covers and broken
anything should be reported immediately. When camp property is damaged, a charge will be made
to cover the necessary repairs or replacement.
NATIONALLY ACCREDITED CAMPS: The National Council of the Boy Scouts of
America establishes nationwide standards designed to assist councils in conducting a safe,
quality camping program. As part of the accreditation process, the National Council ensures
that these minimum standards are met at camp. The Cradle of Liberty Council will continue to
meet or exceed these standards in an effort to provide the best possible camping experience for
the scouts and leaders attending our camps.
OUT OF CAMP TRIPS: If a Scout or Leader is leaving camp, they must stop by the camp
office and sign out in the “Out Of Camp” log. Returning groups need only send one
representative to the camp office to check in.
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT: Please have your Scouts make a list of all material and
equipment they bring to camp. Mark all items. Parents will be happy when their sons return
home with all their original equipment. Keep valuables locked up! We do not accept any
responsibility for valuables stored and or lost.
PETS: Sorry, Pennsylvania State law will not permit pets in camp by campers or leaders.
PROHIBITED: All forms of alcoholic beverages, narcotics, depressants, stimulants, drugs and
sheath knives in any form are prohibited. Violators, whether youth or adult campers, will be
asked to leave camp. Nonalcoholic Beer may encourage underage or irresponsible use of
alcoholic beverages. Please do not bring or allow use of non-alcoholic beer.
RIFLE AND ARCHERY EQUIPMENT: Please note the following statement: Our camp
provides all firearms and archery equipment. Individuals may NOT bring BB guns, rifles,
shotguns, hand guns or archery equipment into camp. NO ammunition of any kind may be
brought into camp.
SMOKING: Adults who smoke are reminded that SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN
BUILDINGS. Additionally, camp is non-smoking. We ask that all cigarettes and tobacco be
disposed of properly. The ground in camp is not a proper area.
TELEPHONE: A pay phone is available outside of the Camp Office for general use. Camp
adults should monitor their youth campers use of the hone. For emergency calls, a camp leader
should report to the Administration Building. Incoming calls for campers should be for
emergencies only.
TRADING POST - The Trading Post is maintained for the campers convenience. Candy, ice
cream, soft drinks, and camp necessities are available for sale.
TRASH - All trash is to be disposed of by your unit. Please take all trash bags to the dumpster
located in the parking lot.
UNIT ROSTER - Fill out completely, listing all your campers, giving name, address, zip code
and telephone number. Make sure all names of campers that are one the list and did not come
to camp are crossed off. If they are not taken off the roster we will count them as being in camp
and you will be charged for them.
UNIT SITE CAPACITY - Each unit site has a definite size regarding camper capacity. This is
done to accommodate small and large units alike. The Camp Director reserves the right to
transfer a unit to a site that would best fit the unit.
UNIFORM - The full Scout Uniform, correctly worn, is proper at any time, but should be worn
at the evening flag ceremony and meal. If you have a costume to go with the theme of camp this
too is proper at these times. Some Scouts may not have a uniform, through no fault of their own
and we understand this. Shoes or some type of adequate foot gear must be worn at
all times as a matter of safety, especially to prevent puncture wounds that could prevent
swimming.
VESPERS: are held at camp. Please make every effort to ensure that your unit attends these
services. Remember, a Scout is reverent.
VISITORS - All visitors must sign in at the Camp Office immediately upon arrival.
Visiting Scouters desiring meals in the camp can be accommodated if the camp is notified 24
hours in advance. Only a limited number of visitors can be accommodated for meals. Large
groups must make arrangements at least one week in advance. The cost for guest meals
are: Breakfast $4.00 Lunch $5.00 Dinner $7.00
MAIL: Our camp has a daily mail service.
The mailing address is: Camp Garrison
Musser Scout Reservation
4021 Upper Ridge Road
Pennsburg, PA 18073
THE CAMP GARRISON PROGRAM
This is the third season for Camp Garrison already, time sure does fly when you
are having fun, fun, fun. These are wonderful times to be involved in Cub
Scouting in the Cradle of Liberty Council.
Please note that we have an open program on the weekends, this means that all ar-
eas are available and you may pick whatever area you want to attend. Areas that
are available are the BB and archery ranges, the newly created wood tools,
handicraft, the nature area (called the Tree House), along with our new sports pro-
gram and fitness area.
There will be program activities presented at meal times each day. This will help
keep our Cubs occupied while meals are attractively presented after being
transported up from the main dining hall.
Your help during meal times and traveling with the Cubs to program areas will be
Expected and greatly appreciated. We consider all leaders as part of the staff and
know that you will make every effort to fulfill that role in camp. We also hope
that you will tell us how we can help your Cubs have one of the happiest,
memorable times of their lives.
I can’t wait to meet you in camp.
Jean Lynch
Administrative Director
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
SATURDAY - The program will start at 1:30 PM, we will be running an open
program which means you may go to any activity you want.
There will be an evening period where all campers will do crafts in
their site. There will be a rousing opening campfire in each theme
area.
PROGRAM AREAS
ARCHERY BB RANGE
SAWCRAFT HANDICRAFT
SITE WATER FUN NATURE
SPORTS FITNESS
SUNDAY - Camp will have breakfast, clean up, site check out, fill out
evaluations, a closing ceremony, distribution of mugs and
patches and then
Have a safe trip home, See you next year.
Saturday Schedule
11:00 -Greeted by parking crew
-Unload gear under theme area pavilion
-Check-in at the Camp Office
-Turn in all Medicals
-Staff member leads you to your area
-Move gear in & get situated in the site
12:30 -Lunch
1:30 -Program Area Open
5:00 -Program Areas Close
5:15 -Pack Time
5:45 -Colors
6:15 -Dining Hall Orientation
6:30 -Dinner
7:30 -Craft Time
8:00 -Retreat Services
8:30 -Campfire
9:30 -Site Time
Sunday Schedule
8:30 -Breakfast
9:30 -Campsite clean up
10:00 -Closing Ceremony
10:30 -Departure
HEALTH & SAFETY
ON IT”S OWN: Everyone in camp has a responsibility to protect the health and safety of everyone else. One
uninformed or careless person can, in a moment, destroy the health and safety of the entire camp.
MEDICAL SERVICE: The Health Lodge is prepared to handle camp illness and accidents. Any camper
who leaves camp for medical reasons, MUST FIRST CHECK OUT AT THE HEALTH LODGE AND
THEN WITH THE CAMP DIRECTOR. Emergencies will be handled at all hours, day and night, at the
Health Lodge. Should hospitalization be necessary, we have arrangements with the local ambulance service
and local hospitals.
HEALTH AND MEDICAL RECORDS: All Scouts and leaders must bring to camp a complete Health and
Medical Record, and must be rechecked by the Camp Health Officer. Nobody will be classified for swimming
until the medical recheck is completed. No physical examinations can be done at camp. This MUST be done
before arrival in camp; otherwise, the Scout or Scouter must return home. Scouts, and adults under forty, need
a complete physical every three years, and adults over forty, need one every year. MEDICAL RECORDS
WILL NOT BE RETURNED AT THE END OF YOUR UNIT’S STAY IN CAMP. Please make copies
of medical before arriving at camp. We can not make copies at camp.
HEALTH SURVEILLANCE: The camp leader must monitor the health of each Scout while at camp.
Please do not let a small problem get out of hand due to lack of attention. Be alert that some Scouts change
toilet habits at camp. We must watch for changes in a Scout’s physical appearance and activity level. Ask
questions if changes occur. It is the responsibility of the camp leader and the Scout to report to the
Health Lodge for required medications.
INSURANCE:
FOR CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL UNITS: Campers will be covered by accident/sickness
insurance subject to the following limitations: The camp insurance will pay up to $150 on any covered claim.
Claims exceeding $150, the camp insurance will become excess to any other valid and collectible insurance
(those policies held by parent or Scout unit) up to the policy of $3,000.
FOR OTHER COUNCIL UNITS: Each Pack will be expected to bring a copy of their insurance policy and
claim form on Sunday to file at the Health Lodge. If you do not have accident insurance at this time, you
should obtain it so you will be protected all year long. Applications for the Mutual of Omaha Insurance Policy
are available at your Scout Council Office. The camp has NO accident or medical insurance on out-of-council
campers.
ACTIVITIES DURING HIGH TEMPERATURES:
1. SCOUT LEADERS SHOULD KEEP A CLOSE WATCH ON SCOUTS FOR SIGNS OF HEAT
EXHAUSTION.
2. INSTRUCT SCOUTS TO LIMIT OR MODIFY PHYSICAL ACTIVITY.
3. ENCOURAGE SCOUTS TO STAY IN WELL VENTED AND SHADY AREAS.
4. ENCOURAGE SCOUTS TO DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF WATER. BE ALERT FOR
OTHER INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE CAMP DIRECTOR.
TICKS:
Whenever a tick is found embedded in a Scout or Scout Leader, he/she is to report to the Health Lodge.
1. Only the camp Health Officer is to remove a tick.
2. Follow the directions given by the Health Officer for keeping the tissue surrounding the area of
infestation clean.
LIGHTNING:
All Aquatics activities will be suspended during a Lightning or Thunderstorm, if you are on a river trip or at
the boathouse, return to the shore and comply with the following.
1. Secure canoes, boats, or other aquatic crafts. Seek shelter indoors or in a low area away from
solitary trees, rock formations, high ridges, wire fences, telephone or electric lines or open fields.
2. Complete a head count if traveling as a group.
3. Stay in place until lightning or thunder has completely passed.
4. During high water periods, the CAMP DIRECTOR or CAMP RANGER will notify units and
suspend lake activities. If your unit is on a river trip and conditions change to very fast or high
water, beach and comply with the following:
a. Secure all canoes, boats, or other aquatic crafts.
b. Seek ground safely away from the waters’ edge and high enough from any rising waters.
c. Notify camp of your location and stay put until picked up or conditions return for safe river
passage.
CAMP EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
ACCIDENTS AND INJURY:All accidents whether major or minor must be reported to the Health Lodge.
Should hospitalization be necessary, we have agreements with local ambulance service and local hospitals.
Check into the Health Lodge before taking someone to the hospital.
MAJOR ACCIDENTS AND EMERGENCIES: The Camp Director is to be notified immediately, or in his
absence, the Camp Ranger. Present all facts known. Do not make statements to an outsider, and refer all
inquiries from the press to the Camp Director and/or Council Public Relations Director.
IN CASE OF A FATALITY: Notify the Camp Director immediately.
SEVERE STORMS: In the event of impending hurricane, tornado, or severe wind storm, everyone will be
notified. If instructed, tents are dropped and covered with cots. Have all personnel report to a building that
has been designated as a storm shelter.
FLOODING: Seek high ground and shelter, if possible, immediately. In case of a flood warning, we will keep
you posted so that evacuation can take place if necessary.
LOST CAMPER: Unit Leaders should be aware of approximate locations of all Scouts at all times. Periodic
head counts are advised. If a Scout is found missing following a search of the campsite, inform the Camp
Director. If necessary, the entire camp will assemble to begin a systematic search.
LOST SWIMMER: A Buddy Check will be called. Each swimmer will sit on the edge of the pool, holding his
buddy’s hand raised up. A visual check of the bottom will be made. A count will be taken to see that the
buddy tags on the buddy board agree with the actual number of swimmers in their respective swimming areas.
If a tag is on the board, and the swimmer is not at the pool, a runner will be sent to his campsite. If not found,
the Lost Camper procedure will begin.
A) Capsized Boat: If a boat is capsized and no Scouts are in sight, the Boathouse Director will notify the
Aquatics Director and Camp Director. The Director will begin Lost Camper procedures as all other
program areas are closed and the staff reports to waterfront for Lost Bather Search.
B) Missing Boat: If a boat has not been checked in and the buddy tags are still on the board, the Aquatics
Director and Camp Director will be notified immediately. The camp will begin Lost Camper
procedures.
CHILD ABUSE: Scout Leaders should keep a close watch on Scouts for signs of abuse. If any form of child
abuse is suspected, you should contact the Camp Director IMMEDIATELY. Do not take action on your own!
Be prepared to provide the following information:
A) Child’s Name
B) Unit Number
C) Type of Abuse Suspected
D) How You Came About This Information
Follow the instructions given by the Camp Director!
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS: Every telephone that is capable of dialing out of camp must
have posted nearby a printed list of local police and fire departments, physicians, hospitals, State Police,
Ranger’s home, Council Executive Personnel, Regional Office, and the National Headquarters.
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL SPILLS: In the event of a chemical spill, contact the Camp Director
IMMEDIATELY. Close off the area around the spill. Do not attempt to clean up the spill. Wait for the
directions of the Camp Director
OTHER: Treat any other emergency with common sense and take appropriate action using the guidelines
above. For any contingency not covered and in question, contact the Camp Director only.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE:
1. SIGNAL: Continuous buzzing of the fire alarm at the health lodge.
2. If you see a fire, report it to the Health lodge immediately. If no one is at the Health Lodge then
report to the the Trading Post, or to the staff at your area area if at night. State the exact location
and nature (gas, wood, brush,etc.) of the fire.
3. Upon hearing the alarm, all Scouts and Leaders are to report to the Pavilion in the parking lot
where you met at check in. Assemble orderly at your designated Pavilion under the direction of the
unit leader. The camp staff will ask for an accurate unit count and then give further instructions. At
all times Scouts are to avoid the fire while in route to the Parking Lot.
4. The Camp Staff will fight the fire using equipment found at the designated fire stations located at
various spots in camp. No camper is to attempt to put out a fire on his or her own.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
HEALTH SERVICES & MEDICAL INFORMATION
A current health history (within 6 months - completed by parents) and a physical examination (within 3
years) by a licensed physician is required. Adult leaders 40 years of age and older at camp longer than 72
hours must have an annual physical examination. Health histories and physical examinations are kept on file
in camp. The health form will not be returned to you at the end of camp.
Use health form number 4414 and 4412A for adults 40 and over - available at the Camping Department.
Upon arrival at camp, health history forms will be screened by the camp Medic.
The health history form which includes an authorization for emergency treatment, must be signed by a parent
in two places. Double check to see that all information and required signatures are included. A properly
signed Grand View Release form must also be submitted.
A fully equipped Medical Lodge is provided at camp. A trained first aid person is on duty at all times.
Serious injuries or illness requiring hospitalization will be transported to the nearest hospital where we have a
stand agreement for treatment.
A Scout or Leader who does not have a health history, staying at camp more than 72 hours, not signed by a
doctor may not stay in camp.
Physicals will not be given at camp.
FIRE PREVENTION
SMOKING: Because it is a bad example for our Scouts and because of fire danger, smoking is discouraged
among leaders while in camp. If leaders must smoke they are asked not to smoke in the woods, on the trails,
or in front of the scouts. Each camp has designated smoking areas.
FIRES: All fires in camp must be contained in the fire pit located in each area. No ground fires will be
permitted or tolerated in any of the facilities at camp. The fire pit must be supervised by adults at all times.
No water is to be put into the pit itself, only put the lid on and the fire will burn itself out. Make sure you use
the tool that comes with the pit when placing and removing lid. Our summer camp operations provide these
tools. At times you will not be allowed to have fires at camp because of extreme fire danger.
LANTERNS: It is best to use battery powered lanterns, not liquid fueled light. This is common sense in fire
prevention. Remember: No flames of any kind in buildings.
2002 EMERGENCY PHONE LIST
MUSSER SCOUT RESERVATION
CAMP HART -5505 Upper Ridge Road, Pennsburg, Pa 18076
Reservation Director - Jerry Whartenby (Camp Office).......B:(215)679-2236
Camp Ranger - Paul Pudelka........................................(215)234-4588
Grand View Hospital.....................................................(215)453-4000
Green Lane Ambulance..................................................(215)234-4550
Green Lane Fire Department..........................................(215)234-4550
Weather Forcast Office..................................................(215)936-1212
Poison Control Center....................................................(215)386-2100
Pennsylvania State Police...............................................(215)679-6666
Local Police...................................................................(215)234-4532
CAMP GARRISON - 5505 Upper Ridge Road, Pennsburg, Pa 18076
Program Director - (camp Office)...................(215)541-4032
CAMP DELMONT - 5505 Upper Ridge Road, Pennsburg, Pa 18076
Weekend Camp Director................................................(215)234-4588
NATIONAL OFFICE - BSA
1325 Walnut Hill Lane.........................................................(972)580-2000
P.O. Box 152079, Irving, TX 75015-2079
NORTHEAST REGION OFFICE - BSA
P.O. Box 268, Jamesburg, NJ 08831...................................(609)655-9600
CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL OFFICE
Bruce S. Marks Service Center
22nd & Winter Streets,
Philadelphia, PA 19103......................(215)988-9811
Firestone Service Center
1485 Valley Forge Road
Wayne, PA 19087...............................(610-688-6900)
KEY SCOUTERS
DIRECTOR OF CAMPING - Ray Braun.......................................B:(610)688-6900
CAMP GARRISON SONG
CAMP GARRISON, CAMP GARRISON
WE COME TO SING YOUR PRAISE.
CAMP GARRISON, CAMP GARRISON
THE PLACE WHERE SCOUTS AMAZE.
FROM FORT AKELA,
TO SAFEGUARD CASTLE,
TO THE NATIVE AMERICAN VILLAGE
TO SHIP U.S.S. CRADLE OF LIBERTY.
CAMP GARRISON, CAMP GARRISON
WE COME TO SING YOUR PRAISE.
CAMP GARRISON, CAMP GARRISON
THE PLACE WERE SCOUTS AMAZE.
