Camp John H Ware 3rd Boy Scout ACE Camp Program Guide 2018 Camping Season - Chester County Council
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Camp John H Ware 3rd Boy Scout ACE Camp Program Guide 2018 Camping Season BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 1
Table of Contents
Mission Statement of the Horseshoe Scout Reservation 4
The Boy Scout Oath 4
The Scout Law 4
The Scout Motto 4
The Scout Slogan 4
Planning for Camp 6
Planning Advancement 6
Planning Special Troop Activities 6
Special Activities Schedule 7
Sunday Check-In 7
Arrival 8
Check-In Tour 8
Swim Check 9
Retreat and Evening Program 9
Experience Camp in Different Ways 10
Natural Troop Camping 10
Provisional Camping 10
Venturing Camping 10
ACE Treks 11
Adventures, Connections, Experiences 11
Trek Schedule 12
First Year Camper Experience 13
Brown Sea Island 13
Full Day Treks 15
River & Trail Camping 15
Emergency Responder 15
Paul Bunyan Woodsman 15
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William T. Hornaday Trek 16
American Frontiersman 16
Half Day Treks - Morning 16
The Artisan’s Studio 16
Out of this World 16
Lights Camera Action! (NEW for 2018) 17
Go for the Gold! (NEW for 2018) 17
Be Extreme! 17
Environmental Stewardship 17
Half Day Treks - Afternoons 18
Craftsman 18
Get Fit 18
Innovate! 18
Wildlife Exploration 18
COPE 19
Certification Treks 20
BSA Guard (Morning Session) 20
LNT Trainer (Afternoon Session) 20
Traditional Summer Camp Experience 21
Independent Study Merit Badge 21
Build Your Own Trek — Traditional Merit Badge Session Rotation 21
STEM NOVA Awards Program 22
Special Interest Program 24
Other Activities at Camp Ware 26
Camp Awards & Recognition 28
Adult Programs 31
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Mission Statement of the Horseshoe Scout Reservation
Provide and maintain quality outdoor program facilities which will foster the
development of advanced summer and year round Scouting programs for Cub Scouts, Boy
Scouts and Venture Scouts in the Chester County Council, BSA.
It is the mission of the entire Camp Ware staff to support and foster the Boy Scout Oath.
We pledge to encourage all Scouts attending summer camp ‘to do their best’ while having
fun and learning skills they will carry with them through the rest of their lives.
The Boy Scout Oath
On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country and obey the Scout Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.
The Scout Law
A Scout is:
Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind,
Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent
The Scout Motto
Be Prepared.
The Scout Slogan
Do a good turn, daily.
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Note from the Program Director Dear Campers, Thank you very much for choosing to spend your 2018 Boy Scout ACE Program summer camp experience with us at Camp Ware. We have a fantastic summer staff that will deliver an excellent program for you this summer. The following program guide is designed to help introduce leaders, Scouts, and parents to the Boy Scout ACE Program available during the week at camp. I highly encourage adult leaders to read the camp’s Leader’s Guide, also available through the council webpage. An additional Senior Patrol Leader’s guide is available to allow your Troop’s Senior Patrol Leader to effectively plan and lead his troop throughout your week at Camp Ware. The Camp Ware program continues to improve each year. As you are planning your week, please take note of our new ACE Trek offerings. I hope you are as excited about this summer as the Camp Ware staff. We look forward to seeing you at camp. Yours in Scouting, Matthew Gutherman, Program Director matt.gutherman@hsr-bsa.org BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 5
Planning for Camp
Planning Advancement
The ACE and Merit Badge programs are described completely in this guide. Take some
time to look over the schedule and the descriptions of the treks and assemble a
realistic, satisfying schedule for the week.
It is likely that additions and alterations to our schedule will occur between the time
this guide is published and your arrival at Camp. Changes will be announced at the
Tuesday night Scoutmaster's meeting the week prior to your arrival and will be
available through the camp office. Please don't finalize individual schedules until you
have confirmed them with the camp.
First year Scouts who are currently working towards their first few ranks are
encouraged to take part in the Brown Sea Island program, which emphasizes the skills
for advancement through First Class, while sampling the major program areas around
Camp. Brown Sea Islanders should choose one merit badge to complete during the
open 2:00 session. The opportunity to earn Swimming or First Aid Merit Badges
during this time is encouraged.
At the mid-week Scoutmasters’ dinner, Scoutmasters will be presented with a progress
report on their Scouts’ progress on merit badges. Please use this opportunity to
communicate with the Scouts regrading their progress, and direct any questions to the
area director responsible for the merit badge.
Planning Special Troop Activities
The heart of leadership development in Scouting is the Patrol Method. Camp Ware's
program will help strengthen and build Patrols and develop the leadership qualities of
Patrol Leaders and Senior Patrol Leaders. There are many opportunities for your
Troop and Patrols to pursue some special interests while at Camp. Some of the more
popular activities include Troop archery shoots, rifle shoots, and swims. The special
Troop archery and rifle shoots are held from 9:00am - 10:00am, Monday through
Friday, at the respective areas. Troop swims begin at 7:00pm, Monday through Friday.
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All special activities can be arranged by the Program Director at the Sunday evening
Scoutmaster's meeting.
We also offer inter-Troop competitions, held throughout the week, at Campcraft,
Aquatics, Health and Fitness, and Shooting Sports. Of course, we also run camp-wide
games on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday to give youth leaders a real challenge.
Special Activities Schedule
Day Time Event Location Notes
Monday 8:30pm Adult Swim Pool
OA members only. Buy tickets at the
Tuesday 10:00pm OA Snack Dining Hall
Trading Post
Scoutmasters’ Innovation At least one Scoutmaster from each Troop is
6:00pm
Dinner Center encouraged to attend
6:40pm Vespers Parade Field
Safety
8:30pm Afloat / Safe Dining Hall
Wednesday
Swim Defense
Star, Life and Eagle Scouts. Buy tickets at
Life to Eagle
10:00pm Dining Hall the Trading Post. Eagle Scouts receive one
Snack
free snack with their Eagle workbook.
10:00pm Candle Shoot Rifle Range
Thursday 10:00pm Star Gazing Nature Lodge
LNT
4:00pm Lawrence
Awareness
Friday
Closing OA Fire OA Tap Out, Pageant, and Special Awards
8:30pm
Campfire Circle Ceremony
Chapel
Saturday 9:00am Chapel
Service
Sunday Check-In
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Arrival
Please plan to arrive at camp no earlier than 1:00pm and no later than 2:30pm. Vehicles
will be greeted at the main parking lot and directed to the drop-off point for each
campsite. All vehicles must be unloaded promptly and returned directly to the
parking lot. Staff members will be on hand to help move equipment to the site. Due to
safety concerns, vehicles will not be able to drive to the campsites. An exception may
be made for one vehicle carrying Troop gear (possibly with a trailer), which should
drop off the gear and/or trailer and then exit the site as early as possible.
Check-In Tour
A staff member will guide the Troop to the Health Lodge as soon as all gear is stowed
and everyone (both Scouts and leaders) have changed into a bathing suit, a tee shirt,
and shoes. Every Scout and leader must check in at the Health Lodge upon arriving at
camp. All health forms that had not be previously turned into the health lodge should
be brought up at this time. Medications will be administered by the adult leaders of
each troop in their site throughout the week. Any medication which needs to be
refrigerated or requires special handling should be brought to the Health Lodge at this
time. The Health Officer will answer any questions you may have about the
administration of medications and will provide you with a locked box for medication
and sheets to record their distribution if you have not brought these from home.
After visiting the Health Lodge, a staff member will lead the Troop the
Quartermaster’s Store, and the Dining Hall to explain the procedures concerning these
areas. Scouts or leaders with dietary restrictions should plan to alert the Dining Hall of
those restrictions at this time. We stock options to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-
free, dairy-free, and most major food allergies. Our kitchen is nut-free. Scouts or
leaders with dietary restrictions other than those listed above should ask their
Scoutmaster to notify the Camp at the Tuesday night Scoutmaster’s meeting the week
prior to your arrival.
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Swim Check
Immediately following the Check-in Tour, a staff member will lead the Troop to the
Pool for their swim tests. Every Scout and leader planning to use the Pool or Boat
Docks must take a qualifying test on Sunday afternoon. Late arrivals can take a make-
up test at 9:00am the next day. The following ability groups have been created in
accordance with national BSA Safe Swim Defense policies:
Non-Swimmer (White tag): No test
Beginner (Red/White tag): Jump feet-first into water over your head, level off,
and swim 25 feet; make a sharp turn and return to
the starting point.
Swimmer (Blue/Red/White tag): Jump feet-first into water over your head,
level off, and swim 75 yards using any strong
stroke on your stomach or side, swim 25
yards using a resting backstroke, rest by
floating.
Retreat and Evening Program
A camp-wide Retreat Ceremony begins at 5:50pm on the Parade Field. All attendees
must be in Class A (Field) Uniform. Although full uniform is preferred, a Uniform
Shirt is the minimum standard. Staff will be available to assist those who are
unfamiliar with the ceremony. Please plan to arrive at 5:40pm on the first day.
Dinner immediately follows Retreat every day. On Sunday, there is a Scoutmasters’
Meeting immediately following dinner, and a guided tour is offered for those new to
Camp. After the tour and meeting, everyone should return to their campsites to
unpack and settle in. A camp-wide opening campfire is put on by the staff at 8:30pm.
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Experience Camp in Different Ways
Natural Troop Camping
Experience Camp Ware with your unit. Forge strong bonds between scouts and
develop the patrol method with your existing troop/crew structure as you compete in Camp
Wide Games, host your own campfire, and cook your Outpost meals.
Provisional Camping
Provisional Camping is the creation of a temporary Troop or Crew. Provisional Troops
and Crews allow youth to attend camp without their home unit. Provisional camping is not
new, it is used during many different Scouting events including National Jamborees and
High Adventure trips.
Under the qualified supervision of our provisional leaders, youth can attend Camp
Ware if they want a second week of camp, if they cannot go the same week as their troop, or
if they are just looking for something different. Throughout the week, the youth develop
their unit leadership and build connections they have not experienced before.
We offer two provisional options at Camp Ware. You can join our provisional Troop or
our provisional Venturing Crew. Our highly qualified volunteer staff leads both of our
Provisional Units.
Venturing Camping
The Boy Scout Ace program can be enjoyed by Venturing Scouts too! Many of the
Treks can be used to satisfy Venturing advancement goals. The Camp Ware Staff has many
members that are current Venturing Crew Advisors. As a Venturing Scout, you can camp
with your whole crew, or you can Camp in one of our Provisional Crews. Ask the program
director how your experience at Camp Ware can be tailored to meet the needs of your Crew.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 10ACE Treks
Adventures, Connections, Experiences
ACE is an escape from the traditional summer camp program that allows Scouts to
tailor their camp experience. There are three main components to the ACE program:
Adventures, Connections, and Experiences. Scouts will be able to choose the program that
appeals to them. First, they can choose whether they come to camp with their troop or they
can choose to join one of our provisional troops similar to a jamboree troop. Then, they can
choose different adventures that last the entire day or half day or the scout has the flexibility
to create an adventure for him/herself. Throughout the week, scouts will embark on
adventures, make connections, and create unforgettable experiences.
The ACE program was created in the image of high adventure trips like Philmont, Sea
Base, and Northern Tier. Like high adventure camping, the ACE treks are about the
experience with the added benefit of merit badges.
We are happy to offer two unique methods of participation at Camp John H. Ware 3rd.
Scouts can attend camp in their natural troops or may choose to camp as a provisional scout
in one of our Provisional Troops.
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First Year Camper Experience
Brown Sea Island
Lord Robert Baden-Powell once said that a Scout is not a true Scout until he earns his
First Class rank. Earning First Class within a year is the goal of most scouts. This trek
is designed for new Scouts—those coming to a Boy Scout resident camp for the first
time and working on their Scout through First Class rank requirements.The program is
designed as a hands-on experience for the Scouts so that they can master their outdoor
skills, while also earning Swimming or First Aid or Crime Prevention merit badges.
Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in each and every one of the exciting
program areas at Camp Ware. The Brown Sea
Islander will be able to advance in rank and
experience summer camp to its fullest,
encouraging him to remain in Scouting and
return to camp next year.
At the conclusion of the week, a progress report will be presented to the Scoutmaster.
This will be a report that reviews what each Scout did during the week. Throughout
the week, the Scoutmaster is encouraged to have a conference with each Scout and the
staff for input on how the program is going.
The troop maintains the responsibility for providing program activities that lead to the
First Class rank. As such, Scouts will learn the skills and concepts in Brown Sea Island,
but any requirements completed by the Scouts will be reviewed and verified by the
Troop.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 13Brown Sea Islanders will work on many of the requirements from Scout to First Class
ranks. Scouts wanting to participate in Brown Sea should meet at the dining hall porch
at 10am on Monday. The requirements and activities that they will participate in are as
follows.
Skills Activities
Firem’n Chit (SC2c) Archery
Totin Chip (T3d) Rifle Shooting
Knots (S4a, T3a, T3b, T3c, SC2f, SC2g, FC3b)) Innovation
Lashing (FC3a, FC3c, FC3d) Campcraft
Leave No Trace (SC1b) Aquatics
Orienteering (SC3a, FC4a) COPE
Hiking and Camping safety& etiquette (T5a, T5b, Outpost T1a, T2a, T2b, T2c
T5c, SC1b, FC5b, FC5c, FC5d)
Outpost, on Thursday, will run from 4pm to 6:30am the next morning. Scouts will be
required to bring a sleeping bag, a tarp, a flashlight, a water bottle, and a mess kit.
Scouts will be eating dinner with the rest of the First Years and participating in field
games. They will then sleep under the stars overnight.
Brown Sea Island will offer a variety of programs each evening. These activities are not
limited to only Brown Sea Islanders:
Monday: (FC5a) Citizenship Speaker — Scouts will talk with a special guest about
their rights and obligations as a US citizen.
Tuesday: Art Merit Badge — Scouts will have the opportunity to earn Art Merit
Badge.
Wednesday: Pulp and Paper Merit Badge — Scouts will have the opportunity to
earn Pulp and Paper Merit Badge.
Thursday: Outpost
Friday: Flag Etiquette (T7a, SC8a, SC8b) — Scouts will have the opportunity to
meet the Tenderfoot and Second Class requirements regarding the American Flag.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 14Full Day Treks
River & Trail Camping
Come tame the wilds of the Horseshoe Scout Reservation. Learn the basics of camping
and become an expert at planning camping trips both on the land and on the water.
You will take your camping skills to the next level. Trail and Steam camping is great if
you want to become a patrol leader or troop guide. You will learn the key components
of camping while reinforcing the patrol method. You will plan and go on your own
outpost. You will work on requirements from
Camping, Canoeing, and Cooking.
*Pre-requisites: Camping 9a, b
*Must successfully complete BSA Swimmer
test (Blue Red White) prior to beginning
Canoeing merit badge. This can be done the
first day of camp during swim checks.
*Required Materials: hiking backpack,
sleeping bag, sleeping pad, personal camping
gear
Emergency Responder
Have you ever wanted to gain the skills to not only respond to emergency situations,
but also prevent them? You will work on requirements from First Aid, Search and
Rescue, Crime Prevention, and Lifesaving or Emergency Preparedness merit badges.
*Recommended for First Class Scouts
Paul Bunyan Woodsman
Do you have what it takes to be a true
Mountain Man? Spend the week with this
trek to find out! Hone your skills as an
outdoorsman in Cooking, Pioneering,
Wilderness Survival merit badges, and even
earn the Paul Bunyan Woodsman Award!
*Prerequisites: Tenderfoot 4a and 4b
First Class 7a, 7b, and 8a
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 15William T. Hornaday Trek
Begun in 1914 by the champion of natural
resource conservation, for whom it was later
named, the William T. Hornaday Award is a
highly prized achievement. Currently fewer
than 10 Scouts from Chester County Council
have ever attained the award. The goal of the award is to recognize outstanding
conservation efforts of Boy Scouts and Venture Scouts.
If you are interested in earning the William T. Hornaday Badge, completing
Environmental Stewardship Trek AND the Wildlife Exploration OR Green Grow Treks
will allow you to complete the required Merit Badges. You will work with a staff
member to identify a conservation project that you would like to undertake to
complete the Award Process.
American Frontiersman
Learn how to live like those who pushed America westward - making what they
needed and living off the land. Experience the everyday life of an American
frontiersman with Rifle Shooting, Cooking, Leatherwork, and Basketry merit badges.
Half Day Treks - Morning
The Artisan’s Studio
The Earth, without art, is just “eh.” Explore your artistic side while working on
requirements from Art, Painting, and Pottery merit badges.
*Prerequisite: Painting 3
Out of this World
You will take a fantastic adventure towards the final frontier in this trek. You will
observe the night sky, learn about astronomy, and build model space crafts using 3D
printers. You will work on Astronomy, Space Exploration, and Model Building merit
badges.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 16Lights Camera Action! (NEW for 2018)
The world is your stage, tell your story. Let your creative
juices flow onto the screen as you spend the week learning
about and utilizing different camera techniques to make a
“certified fresh” movie. Write your own storyboard and
script for a movie that will be shown off at a Camp Ware
Red Carpet event. Watch movies to learn how
cinematographers use a camera to tell a story. You will
work on requirements from Moviemaking and
Photography Merit Badges and start your journey to the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Go for the Gold! (NEW for 2018)
Come join the Nature Lodge and Camp Craft in a cross department adventure!
Embrace the spirit of mining and all things digging related, including panning for
gold in Camp Ware’s very own Octoraro River! Explore the world hiding underneath
your feet throughout the week, culminating in the ultimate underground exploration
experience! You will work on requirements from Mining in Society, Geology, and
Archeology Merit Badges
Be Extreme!
You will start working on the National Award for Outdoor
Achievement: Aquatics Segment. You will work on Canoeing
and Swimming merit badges. By the end of the week you will
also be able to complete the BSA Mile Swim Award.
*Must successfully complete BSA Swimmer test (Red White
Blue) prior to beginning Canoeing merit badge. This can be
done the first day of camp during swim checks.
Environmental Stewardship
Baden Powell once said, “As a Scout you are the guardian of the woods.” In the
environmental stewardship trek you will learn about the environment around you and
practice the principles of conservation and stewardship. The merit badges offered can
help the you earn the coveted William T. Hornaday Badge. You will work on
Environmental Science, Forestry, and Soil and Water Conservation merit badges.
*Prerequisite: Forestry 7
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 17Half Day Treks - Afternoons
Craftsman
If you like to work with your hands look no further than this trek! Learn how to make
cool and useful items out of leather, wood, and even metal! Walk away from the week
with the skills to be a true craftsman! You will work on requirements from
Leatherwork, Wood Carving, and Metalwork merit badges.
Get Fit
You will experience an active lifestyle as you play different games, mountain bike the
trails of the Horseshoe Scout Reservation, and participate in water sports. You will
also learn about healthy living as you better yourself both physically and mentally.
You will also develop a 12-week personal fitness
program which you can use to better yourself following
camp. Scouts will work on requirements from Personal
Fitness, Athletics and Sports Merit Badges.
*Pre-requisites Sports 4
Athletics 3, 5
Personal Fitness 1b, 6
*Post-requisites Sports 5
Personal Fitness 8
Innovate!
Learn what it takes to solve real world problems. Collaborate with your team to
develop solutions. Create your solution with our new 3D printers and laser cutters.
You will work on requirements from Engineering, Inventing, and Public Speaking
Merit Badges.
Wildlife Exploration
Take a wild adventure. You will explore and observe nature and the many wild
creatures that inhabit it. You will work on Nature, Bird Study, and Mammal Study
merit badges.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 18COPE
COPE stands for Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience. The program consists of a
ropes course, activities and reflection designed to develop skills in leadership, problem
solving, communication, trust, decision-making, and teamwork. COPE provides the
opportunity for individual and team growth through challenges designed to test skills
and character. Highlights of a week at COPE include
rappelling from a 35-foot rappelling tower, riding on a 300-
foot zip line, and climbing a vertical playground. Scouts
completing COPE receive a segment for the Ware patch.
*COPE meets Monday through Friday 3:00 to 5:00 pm at Camp
Horseshoe’s COPE Course. Scouts should sign out at Camp
Ware Headquarters by 2:15 to begin the hike to Horseshoe,
and sign in at the Horseshoe Headquarters before heading to
the COPE Course.
*The minimum age for participation is 13. Long pants are required to participate in
some events.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 19Certification Treks
BSA Guard (Morning Session)
BSA guard is a great opportunity for scouts 15 years or
older who have earned their Red-White-Blue swim test.
Scouts will work toward earning BSA Lifeguard
certification, which is recognized on the same level as Red
Cross Lifeguard. After successful completion of the
course you will be certified in BSA Guard, ASHI CPR Pro,
and will have earned Lifesaving merit badge.
*In order to have a valid BSA Guard training you must complete the following
requirement within a 120-day period:
Show evidence of current training in American Red Cross First Aid and
American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent.
*Although you can be certified at the age of 15, you cannot be a lifeguard in
Pennsylvania until you are 16.
LNT Trainer (Afternoon Session)
Plan a camping trip with your "crew" and practice being a Nature Ninja on an
overnight adventure. Learn leave no evidence of your adventure and become a
certified LNT Trainer, an Eagle approved leadership position. Adult leaders can
participate also. You will work on requirements for
Camping Merit Badge and the Leave No Trace Trainer
certification, which is nationally recognized outside of
scouting.
*Prerequisites: 14 yrs old, Camping MB 9a, 9b, 9c
LNT Online Awareness Course
*Required materials: hiking backpack, sleeping bag,
sleeping pad, personal camping gear
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 20Traditional Summer Camp Experience
Independent Study Merit Badge
Camp Ware offers over 50 independent study Merit Badges! Councilors are available to
meet from 9:00am to 10:00am. This optional program allows highly-motivated Scouts to work
on earning additional Merit Badges during the week without limiting his other program
opportunities.
Scouts participating in an independent study badge should visit the Independent Study
booth at the ACE Fair on Sunday to receive important information. Scouts should plan on
attending two or three morning sessions with the counselor, but additional help is available
most mornings and evenings.
Because this program is self-driven, Scouts are encouraged to work on the badges in
their free time. Scouts taking an independent study badge are strongly encouraged to attend
their morning Troop activities.
Build Your Own Trek — Traditional Merit Badge Session Rotation
Camp Ware offers some Merit Badges that can be earned in traditional sessions:
10:00 11:00 2:00 3:00
Rifle Range Shotgun Shooting Rifle Shooting
Archery Range Archery Archery
BSA Guard starts at 9:00am Swimming
Pool
Lifesaving
First Aid
Health Lodge
Crime Prevention
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 21STEM NOVA Awards Program
We live in a time of great opportunity. The spirit of innovation can help us overcome
challenges and ensure a prosperous and secure future. To seize this opportunity, we must
position ourselves at the cutting edge of scientific discovery and technological innovation.
The Boy Scouts of America developed the STEM/Nova
Awards Program to excite and expand a sense of wonder in
our Scouts by exposing them to the
world of science, technology, engineering
and math in a new way.
The Nova Program is designed to be
appealing to all Scouts by tying in to
merit badges from all areas of
Scouting - from Engineering to
Archery – so that this program will
capture the interest of Scouts with a wide
variety of abilities and interests.
In order to earn a Nova Award, Scouts
must complete one of the four STEM
modules. These modules are designed to encourage
participation and to increase interest in STEM by making it
relevant and fun. Each module starts with exploring a STEM field by reading STEM-related
articles or watching STEM documentaries. Next, Scouts must earn a merit badge. Merit
badges may be completed at any time, but may not be counted towards more than one Nova
module.
Finally, Scouts complete 3-5 additional requirements that include hands-on activities, basic
career exploration, and group discussion on the module’s STEM area. Upon completing the
requirements, the scout is awarded the Nova Award - a distinctive pocket patch. Completion
of additional STEM modules awards the scout with “pi” segments (pins) that attach to the
Nova Award patch. Scouts must work with a registered Nova Counselor to earn the Nova
Award.
Scouts who start work on the Nova Award in Camp may be able to complete the award
during the week, or may continue work after departing Camp to earn the Award. All Scouts
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 22participating in the Nova Awards Program will receive a program workbook that will enable them to complete the award at any time. Scouts must earn (or have earned) one of the merit badges listed below. Each merit badge may be applied to at least one of the four Nova Modules – not all badges apply to every Nova Module. The number(s) next to each merit badge identify which module the merit badge counts toward. Here is a list of merit badges that are offered at Camp Ware during the 2015 Summer Camp Program that can be applied toward Nova Award requirements for the four Boy Scout Nova Award Modules: 1. Shoot! (Explore how Science affects your life each day) 2. Start Your Engines (Explore how Technology affects your life each day) 3. Whoosh! (Explore how Engineering affects your life each day) 4. Designed to Crunch (Explore how Math affects your life each day) NOVA Award Merit Badges (from all four modules) Archery Astronomy Canoeing Composite Model Design and Building Rifle Shooting Materials Electricity Energy Engineering Robotics Shotgun Shooting Space Inventing Exploration Surveying Weather STEM Badges as identified by BSA, offered at Ware, count towards Supernova Award. Astronomy Inventing Bird Study Mammal Study Electricity Nature Energy Robotics Engineering Environmental Science Weather Fish and Wildlife Management Geocaching Welding Insect Study BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 23
Special Interest Program From 4:00 to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, Camp Ware offers the opportunity for Scouts to participate in a Special Interest Program (SIP) in several different program areas. The purpose of the SIP is to develop a Scout’s interest in a particular program area and to expand the Scout’s knowledge above and beyond the normal Merit Badge level. The SIP is not only educational but has also been designed to be exciting and fun. Each afternoon the Scout will encounter a new skill or challenge associated with that program area. If a Scout attends the SIP session four out of the five days, he or she will be awarded with the special interest program area segment at the conclusion of the week. Interested Scouts may participate in any of the seven program area SIPs. The following department areas offer a Special Interest Program: Aquatics — Cooling off at the pool is a major part of the summer camping experience. Scouts will learn about the many fascinating behind-the-scenes skills of pool operation that go into providing this experience. In addition, they will learn snorkeling, and the fun of volleyball and water polo. Nature — The ecosystem in which we live is one of the most fascinating and important aspects of human life. Scouts in this SIP will learn about edible plants in the area, observe snakes and other animals feeding, and go on a nature hike. STEM — Scouts can choose to work towards earning the “Shoot!” NOVA award during SIP. They will learn about projectile motion, watch satellites, and build a catapult. Scouts must attend all five sessions, plus one evening program. They will also join the Natural World Trek for the first Astronomy Outpost observation. *Prerequsites for “Shoot” NOVA Award 1A or 1B or 1C Scoutcraft — Scouts who wish to learn more about how pioneers and frontiersmen lived will enjoy the Scoutcraft SIP. Among advanced woodsman skills, Scouts will also learn how to make various survival foods, learn how to tie decorative knots, and participate in timber making exercises. Scouts will also learn about fire-making and Native American culture. BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 24
Health & Fitness — The Health and Fitness SIP focuses on teaching Scouts fun ways to improve their personal fitness and refresh their first aid skills. Scouts will also learn anatomy and physiology as they relate to severe injuries and physical fitness. Shooting Sports — Introductory shooting sports techniques and advanced safety skills will be developed in Scouts participating in the Shooting Sports SIP. Scouts will shoot shotgun, rifle, and participate in a candle shoot. BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 25
Other Activities at Camp Ware
ACE outposts
Each of the full-day ACE treks will have an outpost on Thursday night. Please note
that each trek will have a different start and finish time.
Campfires
On Sunday evening, the staff plans and performs a welcome campfire that includes
songs and skits. On Friday, families are invited to our closing campfire to recognize the
achievements of the Scouts during the week.
Camp Wide Competitions
On Monday and Wednesday night, we offer camp-wide games where Troops, Crews
and Patrols compete against one another. We will also hold an inter-troop shoot on
Wednesday Evening. On Saturday, we will host our annual Water Carnival at the
Ware Pool.
Flag Ceremonies
Each morning there is an assembly at 7:40 to raise the flags. There will also be a retreat
ceremony at 5:45.
Additionally, Troops and Crews are encouraged to hold their own flag ceremonies in
their campsites
Inter-faith Chapel Service
On Saturday morning, after breakfast, join us at our Chapel for an Inter-faith service.
Vespers
Immediately following dinner on Wednesday Night, come join our mid-week vespers
service to wind down.
Mail Day
Your parents would like to hear about your adventure here at Camp Ware. For your
lunch ticket Tuesday, bring a properly addressed letter or postcard to send. Postcards
and postage are available in the Trading Post.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 26Life-to-Eagle Snack
This is an opportunity for Life Scouts and Eagle Scouts only. The Life-to-Eagle snack,
Wednesday at Taps, will provide a unique opportunity to those on the Trail to Eagle to
meet with Scouts who have already completed the rank. Staff will be there to answer
questions about selecting and planning a project, making realistic timelines, and
assembling a portfolio. Milkshakes and pizza will be available. Tickets towards the
purchase of these items will be available from the Trading Post prior to the snack.
Eagle Scouts who bring their completed Project Workbooks to share will be given one
free milkshake and one free food item.
OA Snack
The Order of the Arrow (OA) is a national honor and service organization that was
founded to recognize those Scouts and Leaders who best exemplify the Scout Oath
and Law in their daily lives. OA Brothers only are invited to attend, Tuesday at Taps.
Milkshakes, Pizza and other snacks will be available. Tickets towards the purchase of
these items will be available from the Trading Post prior to the snack.
Polar Bear
Are there any Polar Bears out there? Come join your fellow campers to take an early
morning dip in the Camp Ware pool from 7:00a.m. until 7:25a.m. Any camper or
leader who attends the Polar Bear Swim for four of the five days between Monday and
Friday will receive a segment to go around their Camp Ware patch.
Troop Night
Tuesday night after 8:30 PM is a time set aside for the Troops to put on their own
program or campfire. Thursday night after 8:30 PM, scouts not participating in an
overnight outpost will also have the opportunity to have troop time in their campsites.
Instructional Swim (9am-10am)
Are you not yet a Red, White, and Blue swimmer? Come on down to the pool to work
on your strokes with an Aquatics Instructor and be given the opportunity to take the
Blue swimmer test.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 27Camp Awards & Recognition
Standard Patrol Award
This is awarded to Patrols that satisfactorily complete advancement, participation,
and service requirements specified on the Standard Patrol application. Please be
sure to review the Standard Patrol application carefully. There are standards for the
Patrol log that will be strictly observed. Projects must be completed on time.
Standard Troop Award
This is awarded to Troops with at least 50% of their membership in camp. All
Patrols must earn the Standard Patrol Award and the Troop must qualify by
participating in camp-wide events to the satisfaction of the Program Director. The
Troop must also earn the Clean Camp Award. A minimum of two Patrols must be
in camp to earn this award.
Clean Camp Award
This is earned by maintaining clean camp standards for at least four of the five
daily inspections.
Silver Buckle
A silver buckle is awarded to one youth member from each troop who, in the
opinion of his fellow Scouts, has above all others demonstrated the finest example
of Scout Spirit, the Scout Oath, and the Scout Law in his conduct throughout the
week. The Scout selected must have been in camp all week, be under the age of
eighteen, and never have received the award before. Adults should not influence
this determination and the Scouts exclusively should make the decision.
100% Patrol Award
Awarded to those patrols that have 100% of their natural patrol from their home
unit in camp all week. A Patrol that has been formed provisionally for camp does
not qualify. The award is a segment for the Camp Ware Patch.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 28Camp Ware Emblem
A round 3” patch is awarded to all first year campers and a year segment is
awarded to each Scout provided that he has done the following things:
1. Conducted himself according to the Scout Oath and Law.
2. Completed a full week at camp with his troop.
3. Accomplished such objectives that the troop leadership sets.
The Ware patch will be awarded only to those Scouts who are present with their
troop from Sunday to Saturday. Those leaving camp early for any reason do not
qualify for the award.
Awards Using Summer Camp Experience
Several national BSA awards require summer camping experience for completion,
using leadership skills and the Patrol method that we try to emphasize in all
activities at Camp Ware. These include the National Camping Award and the
Quality Unit BSA. The requirements for these two awards are available from the
Council Service Center.
Order of the Arrow
The Order of the Arrow (OA) is a national honor and service organization that was
founded to recognize those Scouts and Leaders who best exemplify the Scout Oath
and Law in their daily lives. A special flap on their right uniform pocket and a sash
worn during Lodge activities identifies members. Camp Ware is served by
Octoraro Lodge 22, a thriving group of dedicated
Scouts and Scouters who are responsible for
maintaining the facilities and traditions of camp.
Eligibility for Scouts is determined with Unit Leader
approval, rank, and camping tenure. Annual elections
are held by Troops under the direction of a Lodge
Official.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 29Camp Wide Game Awards
Throughout the week, there will be many opportunities for camp wide
competition. Many of these games are inter- troop or inter-patrol where troops and
patrols compete against each other for ribbons and other trophies awarded at
Sunday lunch. For patrol competitions, natural patrols should be used whenever
possible. In addition, most games will be designed such that patrols of less than six
Scouts will not be able to compete. Please arrange patrols accordingly.
Special Note on Scouting Recognition
The significance of any award is diminished if standards are not upheld. Scouting
relies on its leadership to judge fairly and equitably when qualifying Scouts to
receive awards. At camp, we expect the troop leadership to understand and
support the standards we have established for these awards. We appreciate your
assistance in doing so.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 30Adult Programs
Scoutmaster ACE Trek
Adult leaders do not need to be worried about being bored throughout the week.
Any adult leader is able to take part in the Scoutmaster ACE trek with fun
activities, and Service Projects to improve Camp Ware. Any adult leader that
completes the requirements will receive the Scoutmaster ACE segment.
BSA Guard
If your troop or crew wants to participate in any water activities while not at
camp, it is strongly advised that at least one person on the trip should be
Certified as a BSA Lifeguard. Work toward earning BSA Lifeguard
certification, which is recognized on the same level as Red Cross Lifeguard.
BSA Lifeguard is a five day program offered in the morning.
*In order to have a valid BSA Guard training you must complete the following
requirement within a 120-day period:
Show evidence of current training in American Red Cross First Aid and
American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or
equivalent.
Scoutmaster Specific
The course will provide Scoutmasters with the basic information and tools
they need to lead successful Boy Scout troops. Scoutmasters and assistant
Scoutmasters who complete this course, Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills,
and Youth Protection Training are considered "trained" for those positions. The
course will be led by a team of experienced Scoutmasters.
LNT Trainer (Afternoon Session)
Become a Leave No Trace Trainer. In doing so you will be better able to
facilitate teaching the principles of LNT to your Scouts. This course is taught
by a LNT Master Educator and requires outposting.
LNT Online Awareness Course
*Required materials: hiking backpack, sleeping bag,
sleeping pad, personal camping gear.
BOY SCOUT ACE - 2018 PROGRAM GUIDE 31Chainsaw Safety Training
It is, by the policy of the Boy Scouts of America and the Chester County Council,
mandatory for any person who operates a chainsaw on the Horseshoe Scout
Reservation to have successfully completed the Chainsaw Safety Training
Program. The HSR program will incorporate safe chainsaw operation and tree
felling procedures as outlined by the U.S. Forest Service and the BSA National
Camp School Ranger section. Session class sizes are limited.
Safe Swim Defense
Adult leaders supervising a swimming activity must have completed Safe
Swim Defense training within the previous two years. Safe Swim Defense
standards apply at backyard, hotel, apartment, and public pools; at
established waterfront swim areas such as beaches at state parks and U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers lakes; and at all temporary swimming areas such
as a lake, river, or ocean. Safe Swim Defense does not apply to boating or
water activities such as waterskiing or swamped boat drills that are covered
by Safety Afloat guidelines. Safe Swim Defense applies to other nonswimming
activities whenever participants enter water over knee deep or when submersion is
likely, for example, when fording a stream, seining for bait, or constructing a bridge
as a pioneering project.
Safety Afloat
Adult leaders supervising activities afloat must have completed Safety Afloat
training within the previous two years. Cub
Scout activities afloat are limited to council,
district, pack, or den events that do not
include moving water or float trips
(expeditions). Safety Afloat standards apply to
the use of canoes, kayaks, rowboats, rafts,
floating tubes, sailboats, motorboats
(including waterskiing), and other small craft.
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