Liquid Fuels: Fuel that is in or attached to an appliance may remain in the site.
Bulk fuel containers must be stored in the fuel shed at the Ranger's station. Ask camp administration for assistance. Liquid fuel is approved for use in campsites, but propane is recommended. Only adults can use liquid fuels in camp.
Inspections: Campsites must be in good condition and will be inspected daily for health, safety, and appearance.
Behavior: Everyone in camp is expected to uphold the Scout Oath and Law at all times. Improper language, irresponsibility, dishonesty, or any violation of the Scout Oath and Law will not be tolerated.
Drugs and Alcohol: The possession or use of alcoholic beverages and non-prescribed drugs by any person in camp, including adults, is strictly forbidden and is grounds for instant dismissal. The Scout Executive and proper authorities will be notified immediately.
Smoking: A Scout Camp is hardly the place for any youth to learn to smoke or to further the habit. Unit leaders should not permit any Scout to smoke or use smokeless tobacco. For leaders (18 years old or older) who wish to smoke, a designated smoking area will be available and will be the only place in camp you are allowed to smoke. Please use caution and stay away from the youth while smoking. There is no smoking allowed in any of the buildings at camp or in tents.
Campfires: Fires are allowed only in the fire ring located in every campsite. Fire rings in the campsite should not be altered, moved, or created.
No Flames in Tents: No open fires in tents are allowed under any circumstances. This includes all types of lanterns, candles, lighters and matches.
Vehicles: Because of potential safety hazards, vehicle use during the week at camp will be strictly controlled. The posted speed limit at camp is 5 MPH, but please watch for bicycles and slow down if there is a lot of foot traffic. Please use common sense and drive safely.
All vehicles must be parked in the camp parking lots. Any requests for special vehicles in camp for health or other reasons should be coordinated with the Camp Director. A permit to park in campsite or drive down will be issued on an as needed basis.
We carry no insurance on personal items, including personal vehicles
Trailers: Unit equipment trailers are allowed in campsites. Trailer wheels must be chocked.
Gambling: Gambling is illegal and will not be allowed in camp.
Firearms, ammunition, and archery equipment:
Personal shooting sports equipment, including bows, are not allowed on camp property.
Tree Damage: No trees, dead or alive, are to be cut without specific permission from the Camp Director or Camp Ranger.
Protection of Camp Property: Wah-Tut-Ca is YOUR camp and we ask that you treat the facilities and equipment as if they were your own. Units will be billed for anything that is maliciously damaged, destroyed, or lost.
Chainsaws: Per BSA policy we cannot allow the use of chainsaws without the direct authorization and approval of the camp ranger.
Fireworks: No fireworks of any kind are allowed in camp.
Fighting: Fighting is not allowed in camp and is grounds for immediate dismissal.
Code of Conduct
The law of camp is simple. It is the Scout Oath and Law.
Discipline
The discipline of a camper is the responsibility of the adult unit leader in charge at summer camp. Under no circumstances shall a camper be deprived of food, isolated, subject to corporal punishment, or be subjected to abusive physical exercise as a means of punishment.
We recommend a three-step process to handle any discipline problems. First, the Scoutmaster should issue a verbal warning. If the problem persists bring it to the attention of the camp director who will issue a second warning. After a third offense the Camp Director will contact the Scout’s parents and will consider sending the Scout home. Please note- we have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to any forms of harassment, abuse, and bullying.
Our leadership team has many years of experience working with youth in this age group and is more than willing to work with you to keep a rowdy group under control. We’d much rather be proactive and avoid situations where Scouts need to be sent home.
Language
Verbal abuse, discriminatory or derogatory remarks, and off-color conversation shall not be tolerated. Depending on severity could be cause for an immediate dismissal from the property.
Inclusion
The camp programs of the Spirit of Adventure Council promote inclusion and therefore are open to all registered youth regardless of sex, race, creed, color or national origin, ethnic background, sexual orientation, or economic status. Bullying or harassing others will be a cause for an immediate dismissal from the property. This is a zero tolerance policy.
Quiet Hours
A Scout is Courteous. Quiet hours are from 11:00pm – 7:00am. There should be no loud noises or other noisy events to disturb others. Leaders are responsible for their unit’s conduct. If your Unit plays Reveille or Taps, it must be sounded after 7am and before 11pm.
Wild Animals
Our camp is a wilderness area that is the home of many wild animals from chipmunks to black bears. We have not had any campers injured by a wild animal and would like to keep this record. To maintain safety for all, we require all campers and leaders to observe these guidelines:
● All food should be sealed in airtight containers
● No food in tents
Cell Phones
We have no policy that excludes cell phones from being used. We actively promote the use of cell phones. We encourage all adults and youth participants to share the great time they are having while at camp with all their friends and followers on social media. Please make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
We carry no insurance on personal items, including cell phones. Make sure Scouts know to be careful when using their phones in the outdoors.