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Visit www.bsa-gsmc.org 10 2011 Camp Buck Toms Leaders Guide

MERITBADGES AND OTHERPROGRAMS

Most of the merit badges offered at Camp Buck Toms can be completed at camp; however, because of time

constraints and requirements, special projects or other considerations, some merit badges prerequisites,

special skill levels may need to be completed in the troop with a merit badge counselor.

Camp Buck Toms tentatively offers about 50 merit badges and other special programs for the 2011 schedule.

All merit badges at Camp Buck Toms will be taught in accordance with the 2011 Boy Scout Requirementsbooklet. Any changes in requirements published before summer camp starts will be used. All Great Smoky

Mountain Council Units are encouraged to use online advancement. (Please see appendix M for details.)

KEY TO THE PROGRAM ICONS

The following icons are used in the Program Information section to help you easily identify which sessions are

most appropriate for each Scout. Be sure to read the description for each merit badge and special program for

details about that particular program.

One-Hour Session

Two-Hour Session

Half-Day Session

All-Day Session

Recommended for all Scouts

Recommended for Younger Scouts

Recommended for Older Scouts

Merit Badge Required for Eagle

Writing Materials Required

Program Fee or Material Cost

Taught in Conjunction with another Merit

Badge

Physically Strenuous

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AQUATICS

All campers must take the BSA swimmers test

before engaging in any aquatics activities at camp.

Exceptions are made only for those enrolled in the

Swimming Skills class or special activities under the

supervision and permission of the Aquatics

Director.

All aquatics merit badges require knowledge of first

aid and CPR, and the demonstration of CPR on an

approved device. It is recommended that this

knowledge be learned and demonstrated prior to

the Scout's week at camp.

CANOEING

Good physical strength and stamina are required to

finish this badge. It is a fun skill that is a good

introduction to boating.

CANOEING SKILLS

This class is for Scouts who are completely new to

canoeing. Some Canoeing MB requirements can be

earned.

LIFESAVING

This is a difficult merit badge and should only be

undertaken by Scouts with good swimming skills.

Scouts in Lifesaving will need to bring clothing

(similar to Swimming requirement #4) for

requirement #7e.

MOTORBOATING

It is recommended that Scouts under age 16 obtain

the TWRA safety education certificate before

camp. However, our camp has a waiver so that

Scouts may complete the merit badge withouthaving the certificate.

(Seewww.state.tn.us/twra/boated.)

ROWING

Recommended for older and stronger Scouts. This

is a more difficult skill than canoeing.

SMALL-BOAT SAILING

This is a two-hour session. Scouts will learn the

skills and knots necessary to rig, launch, and sai

small sailboats.

SWIMMING

Knowledge of how to swim is necessary to succeed

in this class, and it is NOT SUITABLE FOR

NONSWIMMERS OR BEGINNERS. This badge is

required for Eagle (with alternates), and is a good

entry-level aquatics merit badge. Bring long pantsa long sleeve shirt, and shoes that can get wet.

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SWIMMING SKILLS

This session is for Scouts in the non-swimmer and

beginner ability groups. The instruction will work to

improve their swimming skills and aim toward

advancing to the next ability group.

WATER SPORTS

This session will involve water-skiing. Space is very

limited, so sign up early!

KAYAKING BSA(FORMALLY WHITEWATER)

This session will concentrate on completing the

Kayaking BSA award, but requirements toward

Whitewater MB will be earned. Canoeing MB is

recommended as a prerequisite for this class.

MILE SWIM BSA

Over the week, Scouts will gradually build up

towards swimming a non-stop mile.

BSALIFEGUARD

This course will certify successful participants as

BSA Lifeguards. Participants must be age 15 or

older. Adults may take the class as well, and

recertification is available. This class will not be

able to take place unless a minimum of two

participants exist.

ECOLOGY/CONSERVATION

E/Con merit badges generally require written work

Scouts in these sessions should be especiallymindful to come to class prepared with paper and a

pen or pencil, as well as the merit badge pamphlet,

given the amount of specialized knowledge

contained in each badge.

ARCHAEOLOGY

Scouts will learn about archaeology, archaeologicadigs, and the importance of protecting the past.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

This badge required for Eagle is a two-hour session

It will involve a great deal of study, observation,

note taking, and writing. Younger Scouts arediscouraged from taking this badge.

FISH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT

This badge requires both some written materia

and some conservation work. Accordingly, bring

paper, pencil, and shoes that can get muddy.



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FORESTRY

This session will involve collections and

observations, as well as a good deal of written

material.

GEOLOGY

This badge teaches how rock and mineral

formations are created. Scouts will also learn about

fossils, faults, soil, and erosion.

INSECT STUDY

Diligence in collecting specimens will help Scouts'

success in this session.

NATURE STUDIES

This two-hour session combines Bird Study,

Mammal Study, Reptile and Amphibian Study, and

Nature merit badges. This is a good session for

younger Scouts and is a good introduction to the

Ecology/Conservation area. Reptile and Amphibian

Study requirement #8 cannot be completed at

camp. Mammal Study requirement #3C is best

done at home before camp. Additional instructionis provided, given the breadth of this session, and

Scouts who have already completed one or more of

the contained merit badges may spend more time

on another topic.

SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION

Scouts taking this merit badge will learn about the

importance water plays on our environment. They

will also do an in depth study on the conservation

of soil and how soil plays an important role inenvironmental protection.

WEATHER

This badge covers a lot of material. An interest or

background in weather is helpful. Scouts will be

recording weather data throughout the week.

HANDICRAFT

Most Handicraft sessions require one or more kits

which are available at the Trading Post.

COMMUNICATIONS

This badge is required for Eagle and requires a

good deal of writing and a thoughtful approach.

LEATHERWORK

This is a good badge for younger Scouts. The

session will teach basic leatherworking techniques,

although experienced Scouts will have plenty of

opportunity for honing their skills.



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FINGERPRINTING &CRIME PREVENTION

This is a good session for all Scouts, although some

requirements for Crime Prevention cannot be

completed at camp.

BASKETRY &WOODCARVING

Scouts may bring their own knives for

Woodcarving, although knives are available for

Scouts to use. Personal knives should be sharp and

pocketknives are discouraged. Scouts should plan

on spending time on their projects in the campsite.Both of these badges are good for younger Scouts.

INDIAN LORE

This session is excellent for all Scouts. The badge

will involve the study of various American Indian

tribes.

RADIO &ELECTRONICS

Members of the Jack Goforth Radio Club, who

provide an excellent program and learning

opportunity to Scouts, teach this session.

ART &SCULPTURE

Scouts in this session should have some drawing or

artistic experience.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Scouts must bring a camera and, if needed, a roll of

film. Digital cameras are acceptable, so long as the

instructor can take the memory unit to make

prints. There will be a cost for the processing andprinting of pictures.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

FIRST AID

This badge covers a great deal of written material

and there are skills to master. Familiarity with

knots is extremely important. This badge is

recommended for older Scouts. It is highly

recommended that CPR instruction, as well as

requirements 1, 2d, 3c, and 7, be completed prior

to camp.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

First Aid merit badge is a prerequisite. Some

requirements must be done at home. There will be

some written work in this class, as well as some

practical demonstration of rescue carries.

FIRE SAFETY

This merit badge is recommended for all Scouts

They will learn about fire prevention in the home

and create a protection plan for their family. This is

an informative badge with lots of hands on, and

may include a visit to/from a local fire station.



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SCOUTCRAFT

AVIATION

This badge will involve a field trip to a local airporton one afternoon. Assistance from unit leaders for

transportation will be needed.

HIKING

This half-day session will involve lots of walking.

Scouts will see many miles of trails that few otherswalk on. A daypack and a water bottle are

necessary for the hikes. Four of the five ten mile

hikes will be the aim of this session. The 20-mile

hike will not be done at camp. Some basic

backpacking skills and knowledge will also be

instructed, and some Backpacking merit badge

requirements will be fulfilled.

SPACE EXPLORATION

Scouts have the opportunity to construct, launch,

and recover a model rocket. Rocket kits will be

available at the Trading Post, and engines will be

available through the instructor. Scouts may not

bring engines from home.

ORIENTEERING

This session will teach Scouts how to use a map

and compass; however, the instruction moves

quickly from basic to advanced techniques.

Therefore, so a good working knowledge prior to

the class is helpful. Scouts will be going cross-

country on their courses, so physical fitness, long

pants, and insect repellent are recommended.

PERSONAL FITNESS

This badge, required for Eagle, guides Scouts in

developing a fitness plan that they must maintain

for 12 weeks. Scouts also learn about different

diseases related to lack of fitness and nutrition and

learn methods to help prevent them. Some

requirements may conflict with certain religious

views. Please review the requirements for this

badge before enrolling.

PIONEERING

This two-hour session requires the completion of a

pioneering project. Scouts should be familiar with

knots and lashings. Requirement #2 outlines

prerequisites.

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL

The survival kit should be assembled at home and

brought to camp. There will be an overnight trip

during the week for participants in this class.



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FISHING

Bring your own tackle box or purchase it at the

Trading Post. Camp Buck Toms has a waiver from

Tennessee that allows Scouts to fish at camp

without a license. The section of requirement #9entailing cooking the fish will not be done at camp.

PAUL BUNYAN WOODSMAN

This is an award for advanced use of woods tools

and is taught in conjunction with the Dan Beard

staff.

SHOOTING SPORTS

Violation of safety rules will result in immediate

dismissal from the following classes. All Shooting

Sports sessions are recommended for second year

or older campers.

RIFLE SHOOTING

Shooting experience is highly recommended for

this two-hour session. A lot of time and practice is

necessary to qualify. Scouts should be at least 13

years of age or second year camper and have the

strength and size to manage a 10-pound target

rifle. A .22 caliber bolt-action rifle will be the

primary tool for qualifying. Each session is limitedto 16 Scouts.

ARCHERY

Shooting experience is highly recommended. This

badge requires a lot of time and practice to qualify

Accordingly, Scouts should be prepared to spend

time outside of the class hour at the range. Scoutsmust be strong enough to draw a 25-pound bow.

SHOTGUN SHOOTING

This program will teach the basics of handling and

shooting a shotgun as well as safety precautions for

firearms. Scouts should be age 14 and havestrength and size to manage a 20-gauge shotgun.

MUZZLE-LOADING RIFLE

This session is recommended for Scouts who

already have the Rifle Shooting merit badge and

are interested in hands-on experience with blackpowder rifles. It will give Scouts the opportunity to

load, fire, and clean a muzzle-loading rifle. Due to

range restrictions, Scouts will not be able to qualify

for the Rifle Shooting merit badge, but it is a

fantastic experience for those who already have it.



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ADVANCED SPORT BADGES

CLIMBING

This two-hour session focuses on safety aspects ofthe sport of climbing while teaching practical

climbing and rappelling skills. Care of rope,

hardware, and other equipment is also covered in-

depth.

CYCLING

Cycling experience is a must for this session. Scouts

will learn safety, maintenance, and riding

techniques, as well as learning about Tennessee

state laws regarding bicyclists. This session will

meet at the Camp Administration Office on

Monday and will take the entire first half of the

day. Scouts will return around lunch each day. The

rides will be on roads in and around the nearby

town of Rockwood, TN. Scouts will need to bring

their own bicycle and helmet. Multi-speed (10 or

more) bicycles are necessary, and road bikes are

recommended. Bicycles must be in good, working

condition in order to participate.



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FIRST-YEAR SCOUT PROGRAMS

DAN BEARD

This program is for Scouts who are new to campand have not yet earned the Second Class rank.

This program is named for Daniel Carter Beard, one

of the founders of the Boy Scouts of America and

the first National Scout Commissioner. The Dan

Beard program gives first-year Scouts a taste of the

entire summer camp program, including

opportunities to: rappel at the tower, learn from

the Ecology/Conservation staff, spend time at the

Waterfront, visit the Rifle and Archery Ranges at

the Shooting Sports area, as well as many other fun

experiences. Most importantly, Dan Beardparticipants will have the opportunity to complete

many requirements for the Tenderfoot, Second

Class, and First Class ranks.

Dan Beard participants will be organized into

patrols, led by a staff Patrol Guide, and will get to

experience some of the Patrol Method at camp.

Dan Beard participants should be prepared daily

for trekking all over camp: substantial footwear

and water bottles are a must. Daypacks for towels,Scout Handbooks, water bottles, and other

materials are highly recommended.

Participants will be busy from morning to evening,

and may have less opportunity for free time

compared to other campers. However, they can go

home with tangible evidence of their hard work in

the forms of the Totin' Chip, Firem'n Chit, and

requirements checked off by their counselor.

BROWNSEA CADETS

This program is designed for Scouts who have been

in the troop for six months or more and have

already earned the Tenderfoot Rank, but who need

some additional work to push on to Second Class

and First Class. This half-day session, offered fo

the morning and afternoon, will concentrate on

Second and First Class rank requirements related to

nature, first aid, Scoutcraft, and navigation.

REQUIRED ITEMS FOR DAN BEARD

AND BROWNSEA CADETS

SUBSTANTIAL FOOTWARE

(HIKING BOOTS/STURDY SHOES)

WATER BOTTLES

SWIM TRUNKS

TOWEL

WRITING MATERIALS

REQUIREMENTS COVERED

TENDERFOOT4A,4B,4C,5,6,7,8,9,11,12A,

12B

SECOND CLASS

1A,2,3C,3D,3E,3F,6,7A,7C,

8A,8B,8C,9B

FIRST CLASS

1,2,6,7A,7B,8A,8B,8C,9A,9B,9C,11

BROWNSEA CADETS

SC:1A,6,7A,7C

FC:1,2,6,7A,7B,8A-D,9A



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HIGH ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

C.O.P.E.

The Challenging Outdoor Person Experience, or C.O.P.E. Program, is a weeklong high adventure program for

older Scouts that teaches advanced team building and problem solving sills. Scouts will learn to work as a

group and function as a team to meet a series of low course and high course C.O.P.E. elements. Participants

should be at least 13 years old and in sound physical condition.

The goals of project C.O.P.E. are to build leadership, self-esteem, decision-making, trust, and teamwork. These

goals are accomplished by progressing, as a group, through a series of increasingly physically and mentally

challenging exercises that require cooperation and teamwork to complete.

Buck Toms offers one of the finest high ropes courses, as well as a multi-level repelling tower and zip line

When you complete the course, you and your group will receive a special C.O.P.E. t-shirt, stating that you have

Met the C.O.P.E. Challenge!

MOUNTAIN MAN

Mountain Man is a five-day expedition that may consist of, but not limited to, the following: backpacking,

caving, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, rappelling, and various water sports. There is a planning session on

Sunday evening to set the weeks schedule. At this meeting, each participant will have input on the journey for

the week. Mountain Man is led by a seasoned guide and promises to be fun for any participant. At the end of

the week, upon completing the trek, each participant who completes the trek will be granted a shirt and

named Mountain Men!

REQUIRED FOR C.O.P.E.

STURDY SHOES (ABSOLUTELY NO SANDALS OR CROCKS)

WATER BOTTLE

A SENSE OF ADVENTURE AND AWESOMENESS

REQUIRED FOR MOUNTAIN MAN

PLEASE SEE APPENDIX G FOR THE EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST

BUCK TOMS WILL ONLY PROVIDE TENTS TO THOSE INDIVIDUALS WHO

WISH TO RENT THEM.THESE ARRANGEMENTS MUST BE MADE BEFORE

ARRIVAL AT CAMP.



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ADD-ONS

RAFTING

NOTE: By StateLaw, participants in this program MUST be at least 12 years old.

The Ocoee River, site of the 1996 Olympics, provides a thrilling afternoon trip on Class 1 through Class 4

rapids. You will get wet so be sure to bring an extra set of clothes and shoes. The following items are

recommended for the trip: tennis shoes (footwear that ties or straps), swim trunks, and towel. Cameras may

be taken at your own risk. Each group will need to provide their own transportation. Participants will miss

Fridays classes and some activities.

Groups will depart camp after breakfast on Friday morning and return at approximately 4pm. A cooler lunch

will be provided by the camp, which should be picked up before departing. The expected fee for this exciting

experience is $40 per person (price may change pending the outfitters fee for 2011). Fees are payable by

Tuesday morning to the Camp Administration Office.This activity is separate from the Whitewater Merit Badge taught in the Aquatics program. Participants

must leave camp for this activity and will miss all Friday merit badge classes. This activity cannot be used to

meet any of the requirements for the Whitewater Merit Badge at camp .

THIEF NECK PIRATES

This program is designed for older Scouts who are in their third or fourth year of camp and are looking forchallenging activities or new skills to develop. It takes place outside the scheduled class hours of the day

Scouts must be at least First Class rank, and either 14 years of age or entering ninth grade in the fall. Scouts

must also have basic canoeing skills, as there is a canoe-skills test for the required overnight canoe trip to Thief

Neck Island on Monday evening. Other activities include building a coracle (sign up to find out what this is)

going down the zip line, and numerous others. Adults wishing to participate will be accepted on a space-

available basis, and they must have earned the Camp Buck Toms Scout Leader's Merit Badge. Sign-up will be at

camp on Sunday during check-in and Monday morning at breakfast.



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2011CAMP BUCK TOMS MERIT BADGE SCHEDULE A

MERIT BADGE CLASSESClass Size

= CLASS NOT OFFERED AT THIS TIME

Aquatics 9:30 10:30 1:00 2:00

BSA Lifeguard 10 ALL DAY EVERY DAY

Canoeing 16

Canoeing Skills 6

Lifesaving 10

Mile Swim 10

Motorboating 8Rowing 8

Small Boat Sailing 8

Swimming 10

Swimming Skills 4

Water Sports 4

Kayaking BSA 4

Nature

Fish & Wildlife Management 10

Nature Studies 10

Archaeology 10

Fishing 10

Forestry 10

Geology 10

Insect Study 10

Soil & Water Conservation 10Environmental Science 10

Weather 10

Handicraft

Art/Sculpture 10

Basketry/Woodcarving 10

Communications 10

Fingerprinting/Crime Prevention 10

Indian Lore 10

Leatherwork 10

Photography 10

Radio/Electronics 10

Health and Safety

First Aid 10

Emergency Preparedness 10

Fire Safety 10Scoutcraft

Pioneering 10

Aviation 10

Hiking 10

Orienteering 10

Personal Fitness 10

Wilderness Survival 10

Fishing 10

Space Exploration 10

Cycling 8

Paul Bunyan Woodsman 4

Shooting Sports

Archery 16

Muzzle loading Rifle 4

Rifle Shooting 16Shotgun Shooting 8

Extended Programs

C.O.P.E. 24 ALL DAY EVERY DAY

Climbing 10

Dan Beard 100 ALL DAY EVERY DAY

Brownsea Cadets 50

Mountain Man Expedition 12 ALL DAY EVERY DAY



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2011SUMMER CAMP MERIT BADGE AND ACTIVITY REGISTRATION FORM K

Troop #: _________ District: ____________________ Council: ____________________________________________ Week #: _____

TO THE LEADER:

This form is the alternative to online registration. This form should be discussed with the Scout, then reviewed and completed by

YOU. Please use the Scouts full name (no nicknames, please) and PRINT CLEARLY. If not completed, the form will be returned to

YOU for correction.

Please sign the form and turn it in along with payment NO LATER THAN the Pre-Camp Meeting for your week of camp. If registration

is completed prior to your Pre-Camp Meeting, it is possible that a complete schedule for your troop be available at the Pre-Camp

Meeting.

Scouts Name: _________________________________________ Age: _______ BSA ID#: ____________________ Rank: __________

TO THE SCOUT:

List the merit badges you want to take. List alternate badges in the SECOND CHOICE column, making sure they meet at the same

time as your first choice.

IMPORTANT: EIGHT SEPARATE merit badges must be listed. SECOND CHOICES CANNOT REPEAT FIRST CHOICES.

ALL-DAY ACTIVITIES: Please list all day activities under FIRST CHOICE, 9:30 A.M. timeslot.

NOTICE: Some merit badges cannot be completed at camp. Many may have additional fees.

SESSION # (TIMES) FIRST CHOICE SECOND CHOICE

1 9:30 AM

2 10:30 AM

3 1:00 PM

4 2:00 PM

REMINDER TO LEADERS:

The Great Smoky Mountain Council begins taking online and paper Merit Badge registrations March 4, 2011.

On My Honor, I discussed with the Scout and approve this form:

___________________________________________________ _____________________________________________Scoutmaster Scout

___________________________________________________ _____________________________________

Parent/Legal Guardian (Must be signed. No Exceptions) Date

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