Helpul Information

Parent/Son Campout Packing/Prep 

•  This is a TENT CAMPING event:  All attenders must bring their own tent per family.  Scouts are permitted to double up, but ONLY with other scouts.  Adults are only permitted to bunk in the same tent with their son or other adults (without scouts) only.  If you need a tent or other equipment, let your den leader or other Pack leader know and we will do what we can to get the equipment you may need. 

• What TO bring:  Sleeping gear (sleeping bag, pillow, cot/inflatable mattress/ensolite pad), tent, tent drop cloth, clothing (day and night clothes) - weather appropriate (it may get cold at night), sunscreen and bug repellant, flashlight, rain gear (if forecasted).  Scouts will need their Class A uniform (shirt, kerchief, slide and belt) and Class B T-shirts (scout related T-shirts if you have them) for when not wearing your Class A uniform.  The Pack has a limited number of Pack related Class B T-shirts for purchase.
   

• There is NO SMOKING IN TENTS at camp.  Smoking is permitted, but OUT OF SCOUT SIGHT.  Use extreme discretion if you must smoke in camp.
  

  • The Pack will be providing meals at the campsite (rather than meals in the camp mess).  This is included in your registration cost.  Saturday lunch and dinner and Sunday breakfast will be provided.
    

  • There are planned activities for the scouts for the whole event.  However, parents must plan on chaperoning their son to his events throughout the day. 
    

  • Knives will be permitted to be possessed and used by any scout who has earned his Whittling Chip AND who has his chip on his person.  No chip and his knife will be confiscated until after the campout. 
    

  • There are pit toilets at the campsites, but there are a few flush tolilets at designated areas on the campground.  All campsites will have a (pit toilet) latrine with running hot water showers (if you need to take one) and running water sinks for simple hygiene needs (tooth brushing, etc.)

• Activities at camp include:  BB guns, archery, rock wall climbing, hiking, fishing (bring your own poles), canoeing, crafts, nature walks, sling shots, lacrosse, whittling.
  

• Parking at Camp Raven Knob is limited.  Try to carpool with others in your den.
  

• Special Needs:  CPAP machines can be accomodated as can any needs regarding physical abilities/disabilities.  Please let us know in advance for planning/registration purposes.
  

• What NOT to bring: Handheld electronic games, iPods, firearms, alcohol, etc. (all the usual stuff that we say not to bring).
  

Yorktown (Patriots Point) Packing/Prep 

• Patriots Point does not allow visitors and campers to bring aboard outside food and drink. A snack bar and vending machines are available in addition to scheduled meals.

• Each person must bring a sleeping bag, pillow, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, soap, towel, wash cloth and all other necessary personal effects. Insect repellent is advisable. In addition, Scouts will need their Class A Uniform for all meals in the mess hall; Saturday breakfast, dinner and Sunday breakfast.  (Saturday lunch will be a box lunch, so uniform will not be required)

• Berthing areas are separated by gender, without exception. Female leaders must be responsible for female participants and male leaders for male participants.

• The berthing quarters are heated and air conditioned. Shower stalls are located in the restroom facilities adjacent to all berthing quarters.

• The State Fire Marshall requires all campers participate in a brief fire drill. All campers must be on board YORKTOWN by 8:30 p.m., without exception. (The fire drill will be at approx 9:45 pm. on Friday evening.  If you are coming in on Saturday morning, you must attend the fire drill on Saturday night).

• Occasionally, catered events and ceremonies take place while campers are on board. Without compromising your group's experience, campers may be asked to avoid some areas.

• The overnight camping program features a full schedule of activities. If your group would like to visit other area attractions, please plan on doing so before or after your stay at Patriots Point.

• Patriots Point has adaptors to power Nebulizers and CPAP machines.

SciWorks Packing/Prep 

•  Each person will need at least a sleeping bag and pillow, and whatever else you feel is necessary to be comfortable. Some campers change into sleeping attire, while others wear something comfortable in which they can remain all night. Although the museum will remain dimly lit throughout the night, a flashlight will come in handy. We will be serving a snack during the evening. You may bring snack items, but they may only be eaten in our Food Works area. Vending machines are available for snack items and soft drinks if desired until one hour before “Lights Out”. Some people do get hot or cold, we suggest dressing in layers. SciWorks does not provide showers, cots, or air mattresses.
• What NOT to bring:  Handheld electronic games, iPods, knives, firearms, alcohol, etc. (all the usual stuff that we say not to bring).

Pack Hike Prep 

•  The Pack Hike is meant to be a very easy hike for all ages.  Class B uniform is appropriate for the boys.  Wear weather appropriate clothing, noting that higher elevations tend to be a bit cooler.  Good tennis shoes will usually be adequate as we choose a very easy trail.  Water and a snack may be desirable, but are usually not necessary. Hiking sticks are fun to use, but are not really necessary. 

• What NOT to bring:  Handheld electronic games,iPods, knives, firearms, alcohol, etc. (all the usual stuff that we say not to bring).

Pack Bike Ride Prep 

• HELMETS, HELMETS, HELMETS are absolutely necessary.  If you (scout and parent) do not have a helmet, you will not ride!  Wear clothing appropriate for the weather.  Water is optional - the ride is usually no longer than an hour and is completed at a pace easy enough for our younger riders (although riding at a faster pace is permitted). 

• What NOT to bring:  Handheld electronic games, iPods, knives, firearms, alcohol, etc. (all the usual stuff that we say not to bring). 

Spring Famiy Campout Packing/Prep 

• Family camping for all family members.  Necessary equipment:  Sleeping gear (sleeping bag, pillow, cot/inflatable mattress/ensolite pad), tent, tent drop cloth, clothing (day and night clothes) - weather appropriate (it can get quite cold at night), sunscreen and bug repellant, flashlight, rain gear (if forecasted). 

•  The Pack provides meals (Satuday lunch and dinner, Sunday breakfast). Cooking will be coordinated by the Pack Cookmaster and assisted by all the parents as needed and asked. 

• Friday night camping is available (the camp will be reserved Friday - Sunday). However, NO MEALS on Friday dinner or Saturday morning.

• There will be flush toilet facilities available.

• There will be Saturday afternoon activities for the scouts and siblings.

• Only one fire will be permitted for the Pack (for safety reasons) and scouts must remain OUTSIDE the fire ring.  NO PLAYING in or with the fire!

• What NOT to bring:  Handheld electronic games, iPods, knives (unless a scout has earned his whittling chip AND the card is ON HIS PERSON while using the knife), firearms, alcohol, etc. (all the usual stuff that we say not to bring).

Residence Camp Packing/Prep 

• All campers (scouts AND parents) MUST have a completed health form (Parts A, B and C) signed by physician.  NO EXCEPTIONS.  No health form, no participation in ANY camp activities!  When you arrive, each person will undergo a brief health exam where health forms will be collected.  They will be returned at the end of camp.

•  Parking at Camp Raven Knob is limited, so arrange to carpool with another camper to get to the camp.  Vehicles will be permitted to travel to and from the campsite during check-in and check-out only.  Otherwise, all movement around camp will be on foot. 

• What to bring:  Rank book (so things can be signed off), complete Class A Scout uniform, Class B T-shirts, canteen or water bottle, shorts or long pants, swim trunks, underwear, socks, sunscreen, sun glasses (optional), hat, sweater or jacket, camera (optional), extra shoes or boots, poncho or rain gear, notebook and pencil or pen, watch (very important), wallet ( extra spending money since there is a camp store), washcloth and towel, toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc. No glass bottles), flashlight with new batteries, insect repellent, sleeping bag or sheets & blankets, and pajamas, alarm clock (optional), footlocker or suitcase or backpack

• A daypack or bookbag is recommended to carry stuff while hiking aroung the camp all day.  That way you can leave for the day and not worry about having what you may need and avoid what will most likely be quite a long walk back to camp because you forgot your pen!

• Flip flops are good for the showers.  But, you should wear full shoes while going about camp.  Foot injuries are common and often serious in camp because of the rough paths from place to place.

• It will be HOT.  Bring a set of new clothes for each day.  You'll be happier and so will your campmates!

• What NOT to bring:  No sheath knives (or other weapons).  You may bring your pocket knife ONLY IF you have your whittling chip on your persona at all times. No pets. No electronic devices, besides they can't be kept secure in your campsite. No alcohol.

• Boys and parents who want to swim (in the lake) MUST take a swim test, either at the camp (not recommended since the lines are often long) or through a certified life guard who will sign off on the camp swim test form.  See the camp info packet online for this form. 

• Plan on arriving between 1-3 in the afternoon the first day.  It takes about 1.5 - 2 hours to get to the camp. 

• Only adults may operate fuel based items in camp (lanterns, stoves, etc.).

• The camp will provide standard canvas, walled tents with wooden platform floors, metal beds and vinyl covered mattresses.  These tests are not bug-proof.  You may feel free to bring your own tent so long as there is room.  Remember, only boys can tent with other boys, unless they are bunking with only their parent.  If you bring your own tent, you must display on the tent (with a card) "NO flames in tents."

• Class A uniform is to be worn every night to supper and to all camp-wide activities (like campfires and Vespers).  Otherwise, boys and leaders should wear a Class B uniform.  Bring a hanger to hang your Class A uniform when you do not need to wear it. 

• Other informaton can be found on the Camp Raven Knob website, or in the Residence Camp infomation packet available on the Pack's home page.

Day Camp Prep 

• DRESS: Shorts/pants, Camp Tee Shirt (provided), socks/shoes - NO open-toed shoes or Croc-type shoes allowed

• Lunch: Send a BAG LUNCH for your Scout each day.  Pack lunch in a gallon zip loc bag. 

• BSA Health Form (parts A&B only) is required.

• Every participating scout MUST have an adult who will volunteer one full day as a chaperone at the camp.  What day must be coordinated with the Pack's Day Camp Coordinator.