Butler, PA 16001

830 Morton Avenue Ext.

The Moraine Trails Council

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2016 Boy Scout and Cub Scout Resident Camp Adventures

Camp Bucoco W estern Pennsylvania's Premiere Boy Scout Camping Experience

2016 Camp Session Dates

Value Based Experiences

M o r a in e T r a i l s C o un ci l R e f un d Po l i c y:

Week 1: June 19 - 25

Resident camp is a long term overnight camping experience that is more than just recreation. Scouts learn self-discipline, goal setting and enjoy character development in our outdoor learning environment.

All $30 deposits are non-refundable fees. A refund of the entire fee paid, minus the deposit, can be applied for in writing to the Council Service Center one week prior to the session the youth member is registered to attend. After this time, refunds will be prorated based on fixed costs incurred. All refund requests must be submitted to the Moraine Trails Council Service Center by August 30, 2016. No refunds will be given after August 30, 2016.

Week 2: June 26- July 2 Week 3: July 3 - 9 Week 4: July 12 - 16

2016 Summit Trek: July 17-July 23 Preparation for Camp Leaders

All Troops signed up for camp are strongly encouraged to send a representative to attend the Council pre-camp meeting to get details on Scout preparations, camp arrival/ check-in procedures, scheduling and more. The meeting will be held in the Camp Bucoco Preston Center on

Scouting teaches leadership, and studies find that Scouts tend to earn higher wages after school than non-Scouts.

Camp Bucoco

Moraine Trails Council 830 Morton Ave. Ext. Butler, PA 16001 Phone: 724-287-6791 www.morainetrails.org

Thursday, April 7th at 7:00pm.

Moraine Trails Councils Commitment to STEM Education STEM is part of an initiative the BSA has taken on to encourage the natural curiosity of youth members and their sense of wonder about the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Camp Scholarships

The Moraine Trails Council offers a limited number of camperships for families experi-

encing hardships such as unemployment, medical crisis, or multiple youth in the program/with low-income. Most scholarships will not exceed 50% of the fee. Submission deadline is March 3, 2016. Forms are available on the web at morainetrails.org. A letter confirming campership awards will be sent on March 24, 2016 to applicants. To receive your campership, the applicant must pay the non-refundable $30 deposit by April 1st to reserve a spot.

Fee Schedule Moraine Trails Council Summer Programs

2016 Resident Camp Fees Per Person

Camp

Early Bird Fee

Regular Fee

(Save $30)

(after May 11th)

Bucoco (Boy Scout)

$285

$315

Bucoco (Leader)

$120

$120

Agawam (Cub Scout)

$180

$210

Agawam (Leader)

$105

$105

A $30 Non-refundable deposit must be made by April 1, 2016 and full payment must be made by May 11, 2016 to qualify for the early bird fee. Scouts attending a second week of camp can attend for a $30 discount off the regular fee.

Tradition meets The Future

For every 8 Scouts attending camp, 1 adult may attend for $50.

Summit Trek July 14-July 23 $330.00 Must be paid in full by May 11, 2016 Fee includes transportation, 11 meals, tents, cots and Wi-Fi and all program equipment $30.00 deposit per participant due April 1st, 2016 Our Mission at Camp Bucoco

It is the mission of Camp Bucoco to instill values in young people to help them reach their full potential. Our goal is to use the summer camp environment to teach life skills, build positive character, and instill leadership skills to help our Scouts bring out their best in a fun and adventurous environment. Camp Bucoco has access to Southwestern Pennsylvania’s largest lake, Lake Arthur, just 8 minutes from the camp. In addition, Camp Bucoco boasts Western Pennsylvania’s premier Scouting nature and biology center in the Preston Environmental Center. Nature hikes end in an air conditioned nature center that has computers for research as well as merit badge studies.

Camp Bucoco

Program Highlights for 2016

W estern Pennsylvania's Premiere Boy Scout Camping Experience

This year, while in camp Cub Scouts will be working on the following adventures!

This Year’s Merit Badges

Wolfs*

Bears

Spirit Of The Water

Howling at the Moon

Forensics

Floats and Boats

Air of the Wolf

Bear Claws

Sky is the Limit

Council Fire

Salmon Run

Lifesaving

Snorkeling

Rowing

Canoeing

Kayaking

Metalwork

Welding

Basketry

Woodworking

Woodcarving

Model Design

Chess

Space Exploration

First Aid

Camping

Indian Lore

Pioneering

Duty to God

Geocaching

Wilderness Survival

Aquanaut

Archery

Black Powder

First Responder

Shotgun

Rifle Shooting

Enviro Sci

Reptile and Amphibian

Saturday night, after the Scouts have participated in Attack the Fort, they will have the opportunity to take part in an evening activity geared toward their ranks.

Cooking

Fire Safety

Tigers and Wolfs: Stargazing party (Bring Your Binoculars)

Nature

Insect Study

Bears: Night swim in the pool

Geology

Robotics

Astronomy

Communications

Cit in the Nation Moviemaking Engineering

Horsemanship

Signs, Signals and Codes Emergency Preparedness

Swimming and water Rescue

Please see Leader’s Guide for program schedule Merit Badge Classes Registration will begin on April 11th Horsemanship requires $50.00 Additional Charge Kayaking and Cooking have a $10.00 fee

The Merit Badge schedule is subject to change due to registration, weather, or other uncontrollable factors. Some of the merit badges may require prerequisites, and/or additional charge for supplies or kits to complete the requirements.

Tigers*

Swimming

* Tigers and Wolfs will be working on their adventures together.

Finding Your Way Webelos and Arrow of Light Camper

Webelos: Webelos overnight campout outside of the Hoyt Training Center in shelters they construct.

Camp Agawam

Meet Your 2016 Camp Leadership

Western Pennsylvania's Premier Cub Scout Camping Adventure Invasion of the Drones

2016 Session Dates

LOOK UP, it’s a bird, it’s a plane…

Resident Camp is an overnight camping experience that teaches self-reliance, instills confidence and teaches valuable skills that last a lifetime. All in the great outdoors!

Agawam is under invasion by drones, and other flying objects. Cub Scouts at Camp Agawam will master their piloting and navigation skills. Cubs will have the opportunity to fly drones, RC Helicopters, and navigate RC Boats on Agawam Pond. Cub Scouts will sharpen their scouting skills while making new friendships and strengthening existing ones. Webelos Scouts will have the opportunity to take part in Webelos only Adventure Program that includes an Webelos overnight campout in shelters they construct themselves. (weather permitting)

Session 1: July 29 - August 1 Session 2: August 5– 8 *Please note that there will be only two sessions for the 2016 season.

Come to Resident Camp for the opportunity to play the most epic game of battle ship you have ever taken part in at the pool. Preparation for Unit Leaders

All Packs signed up for camp are strongly encouraged to send a representative to attend the Council pre-camp meeting to get details on Scout preparations, camp arrival/check-in procedures, scheduling and more. This meeting is critical in assuring your stay is both enjoyable and safe. The meeting will be held in the Camp Agawam Dining Hall on Thursday, May 12th at 7:00pm. A pre-camp leaders meeting will be held on Monday July 25th at 7:00pm in the Dining Hall to get you up to date with all your last minute information.

Planning Your Arrival to Adventure Packs should plan to arrive as a group at Camp Agawam The Parking Lot will open at 9:30 AM Check in and med checks will be from 10-11:30 Opening Flag Ceremony will be at 11:50 am. Lunch at Noon 1:00PM-4:00. Camp Orientation and Swim Test. Nobody will be permitted to unload at their campsite till 3:00 PM The check-out will begin on Monday at 8:30 am. Everyone must depart camp by 10:00 am.

Moraine Trails Council is pleased to announce its Camp Director and Program Director for the 2016 Camping Season at Camp Bucoco and Camp Agawam. Camp Director: Bob Seman Bob Seman brings his experience from serving as Program Director at Moraine Trails Council's Day Camp at Alameda Park to Boy Scout and Cub Scout Resident Camp. He has served as Cub Scout Family Camp Chairman for the last 3 Family Camps. Bob is also Cubmaster of Cubscout Pack 58 in Middlesex Twp, Butler County. Bob has been involved in the scouting program for almost 30 years and earned the rank of Life Scout in his youth Program Director: Chris Blaze Chris Blaze brings strong leadership experience to our camps this year. Chris is an Eagle Scout and served as a Gunnery Sargent in the United States Marine Corps. Chris has 6 years of camp staff experience that he will be bringing from Custaloga Town Scout Reservation to Camp Bucoco and Camp Agawam. He will be bringing 14 years of teaching and leadership experience from the USMC. Chris also serves as Cubmaster for Pack 83 in Mercer Pa and is a lifelong member of the Boy Scouts of America bringing 25+ years of scouting experience.

Progr am Highlight s for 2016 By popular demand we will be offering the Moviemaking Merit Badge Learn skills that you will use throughout your life by signing up for Cooking, Woodworking, Metalworking, and Welding Merit Badges.

First Year Scouts are introduced to Scouting fundamentals, the patrol method, and camping as they focus on their first ranks in the First Class Adventure program area. Troops will cook in their campsite one night during the week, this will help scouts strengthen there patrols and help the leaders strengthen their stomachs. Leaders continue to have access to Wi-Fi in the Preston Environmental Center and benefit from newly boosted cell phone signals.

2016 Summit Trek Adventure July 17– July 23 Moraine Trails Council and Camp Bucoco is proud to offer the Summit Trek Experience as part of our 2016 camping program. This opportunity is available to Scouts and Venturers to enjoy the adventures available at the Summit Bechtel Reserve, the BSA’s newest national base in West Virginia and home to the 2017 Boy Scout Jamboree. This exclusive opportunity includes meals, roundtrip transportation, and the programs available in the Walter Scott Summit Center. Participants will head to The Summit Monday morning from Camp Bucoco and head back to Bucoco Friday Afternoon.

Open Program Opportunities Action Point Challenge Course

Canopy Tours BMX Race Tracks Skate Park Harvey Mountain Bike Trails CONSOL Energy Bridge Shooting Sports Annex Static Archery

Eligibility For registered Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers age 13 & up and registered Adult Leaders. Must be between 50 and 250 lbs to participate in Aerial Sports activities Must pass BSA swimmers test for all aquatic activities.

Sporting Arrows Rifle Shooting Tomahawk Throw Goodrich Lake Kayaking Paddleboarding Fishing Water Obstacle Course Gottschalk Boardwalk Boulder Cove Climbing Rappelling Bouldering

Questions related to the Summit Trek please contact Irv Gable.

Gateway Village

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Summit Center Zip Lines Sustainability Treehouse

724-287-6791 www.morainetrails.org