Revised 1/29/2020 SUMMER 20 CAMP - Pipsico, BSA

Revised 1/29/2020SUMMERCAMP20SCOUTS BSA RESIDENT CAMP MERIT BADGE INFORMATIONPIPSICO SCOUT RESERVATION

22020 CAMP DATESWeek #1 - June 21 to June 27Week #2 - June 28 to July 4Week #3 - July 5 to July 11Week #4 - July 12 to July 18Check-in Sundays between 1PM & 4:30PMTIDEWATER COUNCIL, BSAPhone: (757) 497-2688Fax: (757) 473-3305Council Web Page:www.TidewaterBSA.com1032 Heatherwood Drive,Virginia Beach, VA 23455All pre-camp correspondenceshould be mailed to theTidewater Council, BSA main officePIPSICO SCOUT RESERVATIONPhone: 757-219-2006 (Only during Summer)Camp Web Page: www.PipsicoBSA.com57 Pipsico Road, Spring Grove, VA 23881Camp address should be used fordriving directions & camper mail only.SCOUTS BSA SUMMER CAMPNote- This is a scale down Scouts BSA Leader’s Guideincluding ONLY information relative to the Merit BadgePrograms at Pipsico. Leaders are encouraged to reviewthe complete guide for more information on otherprogram offerings and daily life while at camp.Pipsico offers Scouts and Scouters the opportunity toimmerse themselves in a positive camping environment,at a beautiful property, with a friendly camp staff. TheTidewater Council, BSA is proud to offer quality programsfor everyone. Pipsico is geographically located along theJames River and adjacent to the epicenter of Virginia’scolonial attractions and thrilling entertainment; such asBusch Gardens and Water Country USA.There are nearly 60 merit badge programs available tocapture the interests of all Scouts. Those seeking morethrill and less advancement may choose from a collectionof specialty programs. This summer, we will be offeringThe Pipsico Experience (PEX), SCUBA, and Sail HamptonRoads. (Please see our Special Adventures Guide formore information on these programs.)Annually, campers converge on Pipsico from all cornersof the globe to experience genuine hospitality.

3Citizenship in the Nationfield trip to one of themany historic sites withinminutes of campNuclear Sciencefield trip to the SurryNuclear Power StationMerit Badge ProgramPipsico offers approximately 60-merit badges duringsummer camp. These are all listed in the merit badgebooklet, along with the merit badge schedule. Some Scoutswill be encouraged by their units to take as many meritbadges as possible. While this is a unit decision, experienceshows that trying to learn six new skills at the same time isdifficult, especially when some merit badges requireseveral additional hours of work or practice. Accordingly, aScout who works on six merit badges will learn how to getby with the least amount of work, rather than actuallylearning skills. We recommend that, before camp,Scoutmasters hold a conference with each Scout to assistthem in setting realistic goals. Scouts should beencouraged to allow time for the proper completion ofmerit badges. The underlying purpose of these programsis to expose Scouts to new activities/studies that maypositively impact character values, connect the practicalapplication of material learned in school, to develop careeror hobby interests and to learn new ways of having fun.We have developed our merit badge schedule based on thedemand of past years. We do, however, reserve the rightto adjust the schedule to meet demand and therefore allunits must register for merit badges through Tentaroobefore camp. Sessions have maximum numbers to ensurequality learning. Once a Scout is signed up for a meritbadge, we assume that they have the Scoutmastersapproval to work on that badge. We will approverequirements completed at camp under the guidance ofour merit badge counselors. Blue Cards must be presentedto our staff to complete merit badges. We do offer somemerit badges that have field trips. In most cases, volunteersand their vehicles are needed to transport Scouts to andfrom locations.Merit Badge registration will be done ONLINE, and will beon a first-come, first-serve basis. Online MB registrationwill be open starting at 10 AM on March 7th, 2020. OnceMB classes are full, they will automatically close. Allregistrations for MB sessions will be through Tentaroo(http://Tiedwater.Tenaroo.com/).You must have paid a deposit of 125 per scout to register. NOTE:When registering for MBs online,your registrations are only lockeddown once you submit your cart.Submit your cart often!!PREREQUISITESThere are some merit badges with requirements, such as completion of the BSA Swim Test, a rank, or another meritbadge. Where this is the case , the requirements must be completed before a Scout starts working on the merit badge.There will not be any exceptions to this rule.Some merit badges have requirements that we cannot accomplish at camp while maintaining the integrity of the intentof the merit badge, such as visits or tracking charts. These are listed in a chart provided in the Merit Badge Booklet andshould be completed prior to arrival at camp. A chart, note, picture, or brochure can be brought as proof of completion.

4Pipsico Scout Reservation 2020 Merit Badge Schedule (Revised 1/29/2020)Scout’sChoicesMERIT BADGECanoeingKayakingMotorboatingSmall Boat SailingWater SportsSwimmingLife SavingLearn to SwimAnimationArchitectureArtAutomotive Maint.BasketryFarm MechanicsGame DesignIndian reWoodcarvingWood WorkAnimal ScienceAstronomyAviationBird StudyChemistryEnvironmental Sci.ExplorationFish & Wildlife Mgmt.ForestryInsect StudySessionSessionSession123AQUATICS - WATERFRONTsinglesinglesinglesinglesingleDouble sessionDouble sessionAQUATICS – POOL0900 to 10251035 to 12000900 to 10251035 to singlesinglesinglesinglePool Reservedfor glesinglesinglesinglesinglesingle1035 to lesingle1535 to 1700singlesingleMining in Society & GeologyNatureNuclear ScienceOceanographyReptile & Amphib Stdy1535 to uble sessionDouble eSession4singlesinglesinglesingle

5Pipsico Scout Reservation 2020 Merit Badge Schedule (Revised 1/29/2020)Scout’sChoicesMERIT BADGESoil & Water Conser.Space ExplorationVeterinary MedicineWeatherArchaeologyCampingCit. in the CommunityCit. in the NationCit. in the eringPioneeringScouting HeritageSearch & RescueSigns, Signals, & CodesWilderness SurvivalEmergency Prep.Safety, Fire Safety, &Traffic SafetyFirst AidArcheryRifle ShootingShotgun ssion5Session6single1400 to 1525singlesinglesinglesinglesingleDouble esinglesinglesinglesingleDouble sessionsinglesinglesinglesinglesinglesingleHEALTH & SAFETYsinglesinglesinglesinglesinglesingleSHOOTING SPORTS0900 to 10251035 to 1200singlesinglesinglesinglesinglesingle1400 to 15251400 to 1525single1535 to 17000900 to 10251035 to 1200ADDITIONAL PROGRAM AREASSalesmanshipsinglesingleClimbing0900 to 10251035 to 1200BuglingSiesta Hour- Mon. thru Thurs.MusicSiesta Hour- Mon. & Wed.FingerprintingSiesta Hour- Tues. & Thurs.Huskanaw – First Year0900 to 12001400 to 1700Scouting ProgramADVENTURE CAMPSPEX– TheFull Week ProgramPipsico ExperienceSail Hampton RoadsFull Week ProgramScubaFull Week Program

6Pipsico Scout Reservation Merit Badge Prerequisites and NotesAREAMERIT BADGEDetailsAquatics- Waterfront All Waterfront Merit Badges: Must Pass the BSA swim test. Footwaremust be worn at the James River at all times.Highly recommended Scouts be at least First ClassMotorboatingRequired 20 fuel recovery feeWater SportsRequired 20 fuel recovery feeAquatics- PoolScouts that do not pass the BSA Swim test may choose to participate in theLearn to Swim program.Highly recommended Scouts be at least First ClassLifesavingMust be able to lift a 10 pound weight from thebottom of the poolHandicraftAnimationDo 4a - Record what you did and when, bring to campArchitectureDo 4 - Bring drawing to campAuto MaintRecommended minimum age 14BasketryMust purchase a kit at camp, average cost 10Farm MechRecommended minimum age 14Game DesignReview 2 by learning the terminologyIndian LoreMust purchase a kit at camp, average cost 5 to 15LeatherworkMust purchase a kit at camp, average cost 5 to 15MusicDo 3 a, b, OR c – We will do 3d at campPhotographyProof of Cyber Chip required.WoodcarvingScouts must have already earned Totin’ ChipScouts must have already earned Totin’ ChipWoodworkNot recommended for first year campsNatureAviationDo 4 a, b, OR c - Bring documentation to campBird StudyStart 5 – Notebook and bring to camp to finishEnvironmentalDo 3e and 4 - Bring documentation to campScienceDo 5 a OR b – Print a page from your internet researchExplorationand bring to campInsect StudyDo #9 and prepare #5.Nuclear ScienceRecommended Scouts be at least First ClassReptile &Do 8 - Bring documentation to campAmphibian StudySpace Exploration Must purchase a kit at camp, average cost 10ScoutcraftArchaeologyDo 7c – Bring list to camp

7Pipsico Scout Reservation Merit Badge Prerequisites and NotesAREAHealth & SafetyMERIT BADGEDetailsCit in NationField trip fee 10Cit. in Community Do 5, 7, & 8 and bring documentation.Cit. in WorldDo 3b and bring to camp.Do 5 - Bring documentation to campCommunicationsDo 8 – Note date your served as Master of CeremonyDo 4 Cooking at Home – Bring your worksheets toCookingcampFishingEncouraged to bring personal fishing gear to campDo 7 and bring documentation to campGeocachingRequirement 8 must be completed after SummercampOrienteeringEncouraged to bring personal compassScouting Heritage Do 6 - Bring photo to campRecommend Scoutmaster approvalSearch & RescueReview 5 the ICS-100 course online and prepare todiscuss in classWildernessDo 5 and bring to campSurvivalNot recommended for first year ScoutsMust have already earned First Aid merit badgeDo 8b and bring picture and list of contents to campHighly recommended Scouts be First ClassFirst AidDo 5 and bring picture and list of contents to campNot generally recommended for first year ScoutsRifle ShootingRequired 10 ammo recovery feeRequired 20 ammo and clay recovery feeShotgun ShootingRecommend Scoutmaster approvalEmergency PrepShooting SportsOtherBuglingClimbingDo 6 and bring log sheet signed by ScoutmasterBring your bugle to campRecommend Scoutmaster approvalRecommend sneakers for footwear, not bootsRequired 15 program fee

Merit Badge Program Pipsico offers approximately 60-merit badges during summer camp. These are all listed in the merit badge booklet, along with the merit badge schedule. Some Scouts will be encouraged by their units to take as many merit badge