PIPSICO Summer Camp 2020 Guide (coming soon)

PIPSICO COVID-19 Camping FAQ

Before Camp

• Summer Camp is still being planned.  In the case that PIPSICO cancels camp, we will be refunded 100% of the camp fees.
• If you are unable to attend camp, and notify them at least 14 days before camp, refunds will be given minus 25% cancellation fee.  An option to roll 100% of the camp fee to 2021 is available, but must be done no less than 7 days before camp.
• All scouts will have to submit an updated BSA Health Form Sections A&B dated less than 2 weeks BEFORE CAMP, regardless if using the Section C from last year.  For those that need a Physical and you are UNABLE to get one done, please let me know ASAP.
• If you are in the “High Risk” category for COVID-19 (age or medical) than you may need a doctor’s note that you may attend camp.  This is still being decided.
• Food Allergy forms need to be given BEFORE camp.
• In addition to pre-screening in VA before departure, the camp will be screening all individuals.  If any in the group have symptoms, they (and their carload) will be sent home.
• Pre-Camp Checklist and Arrival Plan will be available soon.
• In order to assist with spacing, each troop will have a pre-arranged arrival time. 

During Camp

• Scouts will be grouped in “Districts”.  You will travel around as a group. District assignments will be released before we leave for camp.
• Meals will be eaten with your “District”.  The plan now is for you to eat at your camp ground.
• No Family Night or outside visitors.
• Plan for individual tents, no sharing.
• Plan for participants to be wearing masks at times during camp, esp. in areas where contact with other Districts may occur.
• No bikes within camp.  They can bring them to take bike trails.

After Camp

• PIPSICO will be following up with troops after 1 week and then 2 weeks, to verify health and/or notify of any issues.

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Scouts and Scouters,

Summer camp is right around the corner! Planning on joining us for camp? The troop is going to PIPSICO BSA Summer Camp, Week 3 (July 5-11, 2020).

Scouts have the opportunity to pick from more than 60 Merit Badge selections.  Included with these options is the Huskanaw program.  The program's purpose is to teach Scouts about the patrol method, Troop organization, being prepared, resourcefulness, and skills for Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks.  Either all morning or all afternoon, it allows time for up to 3 Merit Badges classes.  In addition, PIPSICO is offering the PEX (Pipsico Experience) Specialty Program ( 14+ yrs or 13 yrs and completed 8th grade ).  PEX is all day program that rotates through a series of programs such as canoeing, tubing, rifle, shotgun, airsoft/paintball, tomahawk, climbing, fishing, cooking, and some off-site experiences.

Information for the Camp and Merit Badge Sessions can be found online (see below).

Merit Badges: PIPSICO Merit Badge Information (Please use this form for the Troop Registration 2020 PIPSICO Summer Camp Registration.pdf)

General Camp:  PIPSICO Summer Camp Guide
Specialty: PIPSICO Summer Adventure Camp - PEX
More Info: PIPSICO Summer Camp

What you can do:

• RSVP by emailing Paul or Sharon Gardner (gardners.psg@gmail.com), or via TroopTrack on the July 5th calendar event. Please do not tell us verbally.  We will forget!
• Register for Camp.  Select Merit Badge Choices (or PEX) and begin registration for camp.  PIPSICO requires a minimum of $130 per camper in order to register for PEX or Merit Badge sessions.  2020 PIPSICO Summer Camp Registration.pdf
• Schedule and take your physical. This must be done for all Scouts and Scouters, and within the last year after June 1, 2019.
• Submit 2 copies of your BSA Medical Form (Part C signed by doctor) and 2 copies of your Health Insurance card.
• Pay any remaining fee to the Troop.
• Fill out Troop Permission Form.  (Coming Soon)
• Want a PIPSICO Camp Shirt?  Preorder for $10 (YM, YL, AS, AM, AL, AXL) or $12 (AXXL, AXXXL)  Adult sizes (not youth) are also available at camp.
• Attending one of the Specialty Programs?  A Camp Shirt is included with the program.  Please let us know your shirt size.
• Ready to start packing?  Use the 2020 PIPSICO Packing List
• If you don't already have one, get a Rubbermaid Action Packer Storage Container (24 gallon) for storing items that go to camp.  We prefer all campers use this particular item to make packing the trailer easier.  These can be found at REI, Walmart, online (i.e. Amazon), etc.

Costs. In order to allow time for processing, please turn in money by March 1st.

Looking forward to a great Camp!

YIS,
Paul and Sharon Gardner
Troop 189 Summer Camp Coordinators