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Longhouse
Cub
Council
Scout
Camp Parent
2021 and
Leader
Guide
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Cub Camp Sessions and Locations
Day & Family Camp
Rotary at Y-Owasco Day Camp July 19-23 4187 Sam Adams Ln. Auburn
Camp Woodland Day Camp July 26 - July 30 491 Kibbie Lake Rd. Constantia
Tri-Rivers Cub Family Camp August 5 -8 500 W. Grove Street, Dexter, NY
Canton Cub Family Camp August 12 - 15 Taylor Park Miner Street Rd. Canton
Fall Family Spooktacular October 16 – 17 491 Kibbie Lake Rd. Constantia, NY
Camping Protocols and Covid-19
Please be sure to read and pay close attention to the Covid-19 Protocols that appear at the end of this guide. The Longhouse
Council has worked closely with National BSA, The Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and the New Your State
and County Departments of Health to safely bring our scouts and their families the outdoor camping program we offer. We
followed these protocols in 2020 and were able to keep everyone safe and sound and will continue using those protocols as
we go forward.
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Cub Camp Locations
Canton Cub
Tri-Rivers
Camp
Rotary Day Camp
Family Camp Cub Family Camp Woodland @ Y-Owasco
Taylor Park, Miner St. Dexter Memorial Field 491 Kibbie Lake Rd. 4187 Sam Adams Ln.
Canton, NY Dexter,NY Constantia, NY Auburn. NY
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Camp Fees
Day & Cub Family Camp
Rotary at Y-Owasco Day Camp July 19-23 $135/Scout*
Camp Woodland Day Camp July 26 - July 30 $135/Scout*
Tri-Rivers Cub Family Camp August 5 -8 $110/Scout*
Canton Cub Family Camp August 12 - 15 $110/Scout*
Fall Family Spooktacular October 16 – 17 $10/Participant
* Price for registrations paid by June 1st. Add $20.00 for registrations made after June 1st.
This is where Scouting really comes alive! Watch your Scout’s eyes light up as he or she hits the archery target or catches
their first fish. These are experiences that can bring a family together and create the memories of a lifetime. Day Camp
programs are fun and designed as an introduction to outdoor activities and scouting skills, that support skills learned
at the pack level. Your Cub Scout will make new friends, have fun and experience the outdoors. Scouts will participate
in waterfront activities, shooting sports, nature and crafts while working towards their program advancement. The
registration for all camps end seven business days prior to the first day of camp (camp fee includes t-shirt {excluding Fall
Family Spooktacular} and camp patch). Camp T-shirt are ordered on June 1st. Registrations received after June 1st risk
limited t-shirt size availability. This year the Cub Family Camp at Dexter Memorial Field and Taylor Park, Cubs will attend
Thursday and Friday in Day Camp fashion (morning drop off and evening pickup). The Cub’s Family attends with the Cub
on Saturday; all stay overnight and participate in program on Sunday and then depart for home.
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Cub Family Fall Spooktacular
*Cabin Rentals not included. Contact Longhouse Council 315-463-0201 for Cabin Rental information.
Family camping provides an opportunity for the whole family to experience the outdoors together. Cub Scouts and their
families can participate in some of the same activities available at Resident Camp, and more. Bring a tent of your own or rent
a cabin. You provide and prepare your own food. The cost is $10 per person. All registered participants receive an event patch.
Registration for all camps end seven business days prior to the first day of camp.
Family Scouting
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Generally, there are no refunds. Planning and purchasing for camp happens long before camp begins and is based upon your
camp reservation. Consequently, only written requests involving extenuating circumstances resulting from medical emergencies
or summer school will be considered. Refund requests must be submitted in writing by August 31st with proper supporting
documentation.
Refund requests are reviewed and processed at the end of the camping season. No refunds are given at camp. The Camp
Director and Scout Executive will review and approve refund requests on an individual basis.
Refunds are issued to whomever originally paid the registration fee (Unit or Parent). Camp fees are transferable to other Scouts
within his Unit.
It is the responsibility of the unit leadership to understand and abide by this Refund and Cancellation Policy.
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Resident Camps
Family Overnight Camps
Family camping provides an opportunity for the whole family to
experience the outdoors together. Cub Scouts and their families can
participate in some of the same activities available at Resident Camp,
and more. Bring a tent of your own or rent a cabin. You will provide and
prepare your own food for Cub Family Fall Spooktacular.
What to Bring
Very Important
Signed Medical Forms (Required) Trading Post Money
Personal Gear
Pack Field Uniform Chapstick First Aid Kit
Sleeping Bag Hiking Boots Light Shoes Flashlight
Jacket Hat Work Gloves Rain Gear
Air Mat/Pad Socks (several pairs) Washcloth Toothbrush
Swimsuit Large Towels Soap Toothpaste
Shampoo T-Shirts Sweater Shorts
Extra Batteries Bug Spray Shower Shoes** Pants
Underclothes Tent (optional) Pocketknife (Whittling Chit required)
Optional Items
Clothespins Laundry Bag Fishing Gear Pillow
Camera Twine/rope Sharpening Stone (Whittling Chip required)
Items to Leave at Home
Pets Firearms Matches and Lighters
Cellular Phones Tobacco Unlawful Drugs
Electronic Games Weapons MP3/CD Players/Radios
Ammunition Alcohol Sheath Knives
Fireworks Toys Archery Equipment
This list is intended as a guide. Use your own discretion and refer to your handbook when packing for camp. Seasonal
temperatures can range from 20 degrees to 100 degrees depending on the time of year. Be Prepared.
**Exception to no open toe shoes is for showering or waterfront only.
Day Camps
Sunglasses Sack Lunch (Not needed for Twilight Camp)
Uniform Jeans or Shorts
Poncho or rain gear Hat or visor
Water bottle Appropriate shoes
Day pack to carry all this stuff
**Do not bring things that can be easily broken or lost. Please plan
accordingly. PLEASE: NO radios, iPods,
video games, cell phones, etc.**
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Medical Information
Annual Health and Medical Record
To ensure that accurate health information is passed between physician, parents, leaders, and Scouts, the Boy Scouts of America
maintains a strict health service policy which states: Campers and adults must submit a completed copy of parts A, B, and C of the
Annual Health and Medical Record, (if attending an overnight camp of greater than 72 consecutive hours). For all the cub camp
sessions listed in this guide, only part A and B of the Annual Health and Medical Record is required for everyone who is
attending.
National Health and Safety Guidelines state that a Scout or adult who does not have appropriate medical information on their
medical form may not attend camp so please fill out the form completely. Required on the Medical form is the name of each
Scout’s health and accident insurance carrier and policy number, a parental signature, which includes an authorization for
emergency treatment. Double check to see that all the required signatures and information are included.
A trained first aid person is on duty at all times. In the case of serious injury or illness, the camper will be transported to the
nearest hospital, where we have a standing agreement for treatment. Parents will be contacted as soon as possible. Annual
Health and Medical Records and other medical forms are available on the Longhouse Council website.
Medications
All medications used by Scouts are the responsibility of the health officer and must be reviewed. The health officer must keep all
prescription drugs under lock and key in the Health Lodge or designated medical area. Medications will be dispensed under the
health officer’s supervision. In each case, the parent or unit leader will be responsible for getting the Scout to the health officer.
Exceptions to this are medications carried for life-threatening conditions such as inhalers, heart medicine, and bee sting kits,
however, the health officer still needs to be aware of this medication.
Camp Policies
Check-in Procedures
Overnight Camps Check-in
Day Camp Check-in Parents may check in individually. Pack Leaders will need
For registration and orientation purposes it is very important that to bring a copy of their Unit Roster with them to camp.
you arrive on time for the first day of camp. Please refer to the camp Campers and leaders must bring the following to check-in:
reservation confirmation letter you received upon completion of • Completed copies of the Annual Health and Medical
payment. Records for all participants if not previously turned in
• Completed copies of the Annual Health and Medical Records for all to Council Service Center.
participants if not previously turned in to council service center. • Any additional registrations or fees that need to be
• Any additional registrations or fees that need to be reconciled. reconciled.
• All out of council packs should have proof of insurance coverage. • All out of council packs should have proof of insurance
coverage.
Check-Out Procedures Overnight Camps Check-out
Day Camp Check-out Check-out is typically at 11:00 am on Sunday. Campsite
Daily pick-up times vary by camp. Please refer to the camp reservation inspections need be done before leaving camp and all
confirmation letter you received upon completion of payment for the fires must be out completely. If questions arise during
arrival and departure times for your camp. camp, please contact your camp director.
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Camp Emergency Procedures
Procedures Followed at Camp
During any emergency, Emergency Headquarters is located in the Keeping Track of Campers
Administration Building under the direction of the Camp Director 1. If your camper will be absent from a day at camp
notify the Camp Director prior to the start of camp.
Emergency Signal Procedures 2. Every camper must know where the den and
Signal: Repeated Blasts from the camp siren camp boundaries are, and that he must not
Procedure: Upon hearing the signal, all camp staff members not go beyond them without permission.
at their program areas are to report to the parade field. All Den 3. No camper may leave camp before closing
Leaders and Program Area Staff are to gather the scouts and ceremonies without a written permission note from
leaders in their program area and move in an orderly fashion and home. The camper must report to the Den Leader
line up by dens on the parade field. The camp administration will and Camp Director before leaving early. The
then take a head count and give additional directions. camper must be signed out at the camp office or
registration tent. Late arrivals must also sign in at
Limitations of Activity the camp office or registration tent by their parent
Scouts and adults will be notified as necessary if activity is to be or guardian.
restricted. 4. Leaders and adults must sign in and out at
the camp office or registration tent.
Fire
In case of fire, evacuate the tent, building, or area immediately. If you feel a Scout is missing
Notify the camp administration immediately, All Fires to be 1. Tell the Camp Director and/or Program Director the
reported as soon as possible. Scout is missing (quickly and quietly)
2. Ask the Den Leader who saw the Scout last: when &
Severe Weather where.
In case of severe weather, seek shelter in the nearest available 3. Camp Director will assign and direct staff in
structure. If in a program area or camp site, follow the direction of search of all areas of camp.
the Den Leader or Program Area Director. 4. Camp Director will control search at all times and
notify authorities, Scout Executive, and parents.
First Aid
Report all first aid to the Health Officer IMMEDIATELY. If possible, Illness and Injury
the patient is to be brought to the Health Office. If not possible, an • Illness or injuries must be reported to the
adult leader should start immediate first aid while the Health camp first aid officer immediately.
Officer is on the way. • If it is necessary to send a child home or take
him for medical treatment, the parent (or
Unauthorized Person(s) emergency contact) must be contacted. This is
If you suspect unauthorized persons have intruded onto camp under the direction of the Camp Director.
property, immediately notify the nearest camp staff member.
Authorized visitors must sign in at the Administration Building. Fire or Severe Storm
In case of fire or other disaster, an emergency signal
will be sounded. The camp will immediately engage in
and continue the camp’s emergency plan under the
direction of the Camp Director.
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Camp Policies
Buddy System Advancement Policy
At camp, scouts will be divided into groups of two or three. There are several opportunities for advancement at
Each group will travel together throughout their stay at camp. Each leader will be provided with a list of potential
camp to ensure that they do not wander and arrive at each achievements covered. It is the responsibility of the leader to
destination safely and on time. In addition to the buddy determine if a Scout has earned an achievement. The staff
system, scouts, with their buddies, are organized into dens will not sign off their books. Leaders are encouraged to bring
under the care of a Den Leader staff member. other advancement material to supplement the program.
Camp Facilities (Those that apply) Meals
The buildings and developed areas provided: campsites, Day camp participants need to provide their own lunches.
commissary, administration building, trading post, shooting Please note that Day Camp sites may not provide refrigeration.
sports ranges, climbing tower, chapel, shower house,
program areas, and a complete lake front.
Campsites for Resident Camps are assigned during check-in
Camp Security
All campers, leaders, and visitors must check in and out at the
and are equipped with a water faucet, fire ring and a
camp office. Any Scout leaving camp early must have a
latrine (some latrines are shared between sites). Units may
signed Camper Release form from their parent or legal
provide their own tents. Platform with tents are available for
guardian on file in the camp office. All adult leaders and
use.
Scouts must follow the Scout Oath and Law at all times while
at camp. Those individuals that cause vandalism, intimidation
Damage to Camp Property of others, etc., will be sent home immediately or removed
Upon arrival at the campsite, adult leadership should inspect from the camp by the appropriate law enforcement. We must
their campsite with their assigned staff member, this should work together to ensure that summer camp is a safe haven
be the final step of check-in. Any existing damage should for Scouts to enjoy the great outdoors and the Scouting
be brought to the attention of the Camp Director as soon as program. All campers, leaders, and staff will be required to
possible. Any equipment or camp property damaged by a wear wristband/ or ID lanyards during their stay at camp. These
pack or camper will be replaced by the pack or camper. The will be distributed during check-in and must be worn at all times.
pack is financially responsible for any monetary loss to the All visitors must report to the camp office to be issued a
council. temporary wristbands/ or ID lanyard.
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Camp Policies
Hazing Tobacco
Hazing is strictly prohibited. Camp is intended to help Scouts It is the responsibility of the Boy Scouts of America to
grow. There is no room for hazing. Knowledge of any abuse protect the health and safety of the young people in the
should be reported to the Camp Director immediately. program. As a result, adults are asked to use discretion
when using tobacco products in any form, and should avoid
Vehicles them in the presence of campers. All camp buildings are
Because of safety considerations, vehicle traffic at camp must smoke-free environments. The use of tobacco products by
be kept to a minimum. Personal vehicles of leaders, staff, anyone under the age of 18 is prohibited. Smoking is only
campers, and visitors are restricted to the parking lot. No one allowed in the designated smoking area.
may be transported in the beds of trucks. Remember that
everyone riding in a vehicle must wear a seat belt at all times. Valuables
The camp staff is not responsible for the safety of camper
Registration and Insurance valuables. Each unit may wish to bring a lock box for
In accordance with policy, every Scout that attends summer money and other valuables.
camp must be registered with the Scouts of America. The
Longhouse Council provides accident and illness insurance Footwear
for all registered members of Longhouse Council. Scout packs Closed-toed and closed-heeled shoes or boots must be
from outside the council must provide certification of pack worn at all times while in any camp. Open-toed sandals,
and/or council accident and illness coverage. clogs, Crocs, and flip-flops are NOT permitted. This policy
applies to all camp participants, family members, staff, and
Flag Etiquette visitors. The only exception is for use in the shower house
Show respect for our American flag by standing quietly and or waterfront.
saluting during flag ceremonies. The Scouts forget sometimes
and we need to set a good example and remind them when Firearms and Archery Equip.
necessary. The camp t-shirt is our uniform so it is proper to Firearms and ammunition are available at camp for use at
use the Cub Scout salute. Please remind Scouts to remove all the range. No other firearms or ammunition will be
non-Scout hats during the flag ceremony. permitted at camp. Also, leave all personal archery
equipment at home.
Alcohol and Drugs
All prescription drugs must be kept under lock and key in the Early Release of Campers
First Aid Office / Station and dispensed under the Health Scouts who must leave the camp prior to their unit’s
Officer’s supervision. Exceptions are medications carried for scheduled departure must have a release signed by their
life-threatening conditions such as inhalers, heart medication, parent or guardian and approved by their unit leader.
and bee sting kits. Alcohol and illegal drugs of any type are Scouts should normally only be permitted to leave
prohibited on camp property. Possession or use of them on accompanied by their parent or guardian.
camp property will be cause for immediate removal from
camp. There will be no refund of unused fees.
Lost and Found
The camp’s lost and found is located at the Trading Post.
Leaders are to remind Scouts to have personal gear clearly
marked with the Scout’s name and pack number. Each
Scout needs to take care of and safeguard their personal
property. Longhouse Council is not responsible for lost,
stolen, or damaged items. Items not claimed after 30 days
of the close of camp will either be donated to local charities
or disposed of.
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Camperships
Every scout should have the opportunity to attend summer camp and enjoy the outdoor camping program that is central to
scouting. Longhouse Council makes individual “camperships” available to Cub Scouts who otherwise would not be able to
attend camp. The funds for these camperships are managed by the council.
Note: Funds available for camperships covered by this application come from funds restricted for use by youth members of
the Longhouse Council attending Longhouse Council operated summer camp activities: Cub Day Camp, Family Overnight, and
Resident Camps.
Generally, camperships are limited to no more than 50% of the activity cost. Each Scout, their family, and their unit should
provide a minimum of 25% of the activity cost, preferably 50% or more. Camperships are not transferable or refundable and
have no cash value.
Applications must be submitted no later than April 30th. Applications received after April 30th will be reviewed but may not be
granted due to limited funds.
Registration for camp is easy! Just complete a few necessary forms and you will be signed up for adventure! Complete the
following forms listed below and submit them to the Longhouse Council Service Center. All necessary forms can be found on
the Longhouse Council website at www.cnyscouts.org.
Cub Camp Registration
Tentaroo Online Cub Camp registration is your ticket to ride. Go to
www.longhouse.tentaroo.com to register for camp (Once you create an account for yourself,
this will enable you to access any available Longhouse Council Online event registrations.).
Please be sure to complete all fields. You will receive an email confirming your event
registration. In addition, you will receive specific information approximately 2 weeks prior to
your camp date from the camp staff relating directly to your camp. Please be aware that
spring and fall weather conditions include wet and cold weather. Please do your homework
and check local weather conditions in advance of your event and pack for camp accordingly.
Prepared. For Life.™Covid 19 Appendix
The safety of all our members, volunteers, and employees is Longhouse Council’s top priority.
Considering COVID-19, we are taking additional precautions at all our camp programs on top of our well-
established health and safety measures.
The Council Staff and our Health Supervisor are coordinating with the New York Department of Health
and local Health Departments, to ensure we are aware of and follow their guidance to mitigate the risk of
COVID-19 at camp.
Our mitigation plan includes:
• Pre-attendance education.
• Health screening conducted by your unit or family prior to travel to camp, including a temperature
check.
• Health screening upon your arrival at camp conducted by our Camp Health Officers, which will also
include a temperature check.
o Should anyone in the arriving vehicle not pass the screening, the entire vehicle will not be
allowed to enter camp as advised by the Health Officer.
• Limits on visitors in camp.
o Public visitors will not be allowed without prior approval of the Camp Director. Vendors will
be screened and pre-approved.
• Extra hand washing and sanitizing stations throughout camp.
• Dedicated staff to clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces and shared program equipment.
• An emergency response plan that includes isolation and quarantine protocol should a person at
camp develop symptoms of COVID-19 or other communicable disease.
• Follow-ups with each unit or family one week and two weeks after the unit or scout leaves camp
to determine if any participants have developed symptoms.
• Localized community groups will be utilized throughout the week.
These precautions are important, but they do not remove the potential for exposure to COVID-19 or any
other illness while at camp. Some people with COVID-19 show no signs or symptoms, but can still spread
the virus, and people may be contagious before their symptoms occur. These factors mean that an infected
person may pass the required health screenings and be allowed into camp.
We also know the very nature of camp makes social distancing difficult in many situations and impossible
in others. Each staff member, volunteer, and Scouting family has a unique set of circumstances to consider
when deciding whether to attend camp. We hope this information will be helpful as you make these choices.
Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that older adults and peo-
ple of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions are at higher risk for severe illness from
COVID-19. If you are in this group, please ensure you have approval from your health care provider prior to
attending camp.
Good Scouting, Summer Camp Program Staff, longhouse@scouting.org or 315-463-0201
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Participant/Staff Signature 1st Parent Signature (if under 18 years old)
Date:________________________________ ___________________________________
2nd Parent Signature (if under 18 years old)COVID-19 Pre-Event Medical Screening Checklist
Camper Name:____________________________________ Temp:________________
Use this checklist to assist in identifying potential COVID-19 cases before event participation.
Review with each youth and adult participant their current health status, both before departure and upon arrival at
the event. Anyone entering a camp or event- including visitors, vendors, etc. - must be screened.
Councils should customize with input from their council health supervisor and local health department.
_Yes _ No Have you or has anyone in your household been in close contact* in the past 14 days with
anyone known or suspected to have COVID-19 or is otherwise sick?
_Yes _ No Have you or has anyone in your household been in close contact* with anyone who has
been tested for COVID-19 and is waiting for results?
_Yes _ No Have you or has anyone in your household been sick in the past 14 days, or have you or
they been tested for any illness and are waiting for results?
_Yes _ No Has anyone in your household been exposed to an individual known or suspected to have
COVID-19 in the past 14 days? .
_Yes _ No Have you or has anyone you have been in close contact* with traveled on a cruise ship or
internationally or to an area with a known communicable disease outbreak in the past 14 days?
*According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “close contact” means:
• You were within 6 feet of someone who has COVID-19 for a cumulative total of
15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period
• You had direct physical contact with an infected person (hugged or kissed them)
• You shared eating or drinking utensils
• An infected person sneezed, coughed, or otherwise got respiratory droplets on you
If the answer is YES to any one of the five questions above, the participant must stay home.
If all answers above are NO, proceed to the symptoms list below.
Symptoms of COVID-19
If anyone in your household has any one of the following new or worsening signs
or symptoms of possible COVID-19, the entire household must stay home.
_Shortness of breath _Cough
_Fever of 100.0° or greater _Flu-like symptoms
_Repeated shaking with chills _Fatigue
_Muscle or body aches _Headache
_Sore throat _Loss of taste or smell
_Diarrhea _Nausea or vomiting
*Potential Higher-Risk Individuals*
q Yes q No Are you in a higher-risk category as defined by the CDC guidelines, including older adults,
people with medical conditions, and those with other individual circumstances?
If the answer is “yes,” we recommend that you stay home.
Should you choose to participate, you must have approval from your health care provider.
680-057 • 12/20 RevisionCovid 19 Appendix
CDC Guidelines 10/21/2020
Close Contact
Someone who was within 6 feet of an infected person for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more
over a 24-hour period* starting from 2 days before illness onset
(or, for asymptomatic patients, 2 days prior to test specimen collection) until the
time the patient is isolated.
*Individual exposures added together over a 24-hour period (e.g., three 5-minute exposures for a
total of 15 minutes). Data are limited, making it difficult to precisely define “close contact;” however,
15 cumulative minutes of exposure at a distance of 6 feet or less can be used as an operational
definition for contact investigation. Factors to consider when defining close contact include proximity
(closer distance likely increases exposure risk), the duration of exposure (longer exposure time likely
increases exposure risk), whether the infected individual has symptoms (the period around onset of
symptoms is associated with the highest levels of viral shedding), if the infected person was likely
to generate respiratory aerosols (e.g., was coughing, singing, shouting), and other environmental
factors (crowding, adequacy of ventilation, whether exposure was indoors or outdoors). Because
the general public has not received training on proper selection and use of respiratory PPE, such
as an N95, the determination of close contact should generally be made irrespective of whether
the contact was wearing respiratory PPE. At this time, differential determination of close contact for
those using fabric face coverings is not recommended.
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People with Certain Medical Conditions
Summary of Recent Changes
Revisions were made on December 23, 2020 to reflect recent data supporting increased risk of
severe illness among persons with Down syndrome from the virus that causes COVID-19.
Revisions also include addition of sickle cell disease and chronic kidney disease to the
conditions that might increase the risk of severe illness among children.
We are learning more about COVID-19 every day. The below list of underlying medical
conditions is not exhaustive and only includes conditions with sufficient evidence
to draw conclusions; it is a living document that may be updated at any time , subject to
potentially rapid change as the science evolves. This list is meant to inform clinicians to
help them provide the best care possible for patients, and to inform individuals about their
level of risk so they can make individual decisions about illness prevention. Notably, the list
may not include every condition that might increase one’s risk for developing severe illness
from COVID-19, such as those for which evidence may be limited (e.g., rare conditions).
Individuals with any underlying medical condition (including those conditions that are NOT on
the current list) should consult with their healthcare providers about personal risk factors and
circumstances to determine whether extra precautions are warranted.
Adults of any age with certain underlying medical conditions are at increased risk for
severe illness from the virus that causes COVID -19. Severe illness from COVID-19 is defined
as hospitalization, admission to the ICU, intubation or mechanical ventilation, or death.
Adults of any age with the following conditions are at increased risk of severe illness from the
virus that causes COVID-19:
• Cancer
• Chronic kidney disease
• COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
• Down Syndrome
• Heart conditions, such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, or cardiomyopathies
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Longhouse Council, BSA Day Camps Health and Safety Plan Covid-19 Appendix June 19, 2020
Physical Distancing
Any time that employees are less than 6 ft. from each other or interacting with children/campers,
they must wear a face covering.
Ensure employee and children/camper groupings are as static as possible by having the same
group of children/campers stay with the same staff whenever and wherever possible. Group size
must be limited to no more than 10 children/campers (not including employees/staff).
Ensure that different stable groups of up to 10 children/ campers have no or minimal contact with
one another or utilize common spaces at the same time, to the greatest extent possible.
Implement practices to maintain adequate social distancing in small areas, such as restrooms
and breakrooms, and signage and systems (e.g. flagging when occupied) to restrict occupancy
when social distancing cannot be maintained in such areas.
Prohibit non-essential visitors on site, to the extent possible.
Establish designated areas for pick-ups and deliveries, limiting contact to the extent possible.
Limit in-person gatherings of employees (e.g. breaks, meetings) to the greatest extent possible.
Protective Equipment
Employees wear face coverings any time they are 6 ft. apart from one another, and at all times
when interacting with children/campers, regardless of distance.
Employees will be provided with an acceptable face covering at no-cost to the employees and
have an adequate supply of coverings in case of need for replacement.
Acceptable face coverings include but are not limited to cloth (e.g. homemade sewn, quick cut,
bandana) or surgical masks.
Clean, replace, and prohibit sharing of face coverings. Consult the CDC for additional
information on cloth face coverings and other types of personal protective equipment (PPE). as
well as instructions on use and cleaning and disinfection.
Employees are trained on how to put on, take off, clean (as applicable). and discard PPE.
Limited sharing of objects (e.g. electronic equipment, arts and crafts materials, touch screens)
and discouraged touching of shared surfaces; or, when in contact with shared objects or
frequently touched areas, require employees to wear gloves (trade- appropriate or medical); or,
require employees and children/campers to practice hand hygiene before and after contact.
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Hygiene, Cleaning, and Disinfection
Hygiene, cleaning, and disinfection will follow requirements from the CDC and DOH and we will
maintain logs on site that document date, time, of cleaning and disinfection.
We will provide and maintain hand hygiene stations: handwashing with soap, running warm water,
and disposable paper towels; alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing 60% or more alcohol for
areas where handwashing is not available/practical.
Hand sanitizer is available throughout common and all program areas on site.
Employees/staff and children/campers will perform hand hygiene immediately upon entering camp.
Require staff and children to practice hygiene in the following instances:
1. Upon arrival to the first program activity.
2. Between all program activities.
3. After using the restroom.
4. Before eating; and
5. Before departing the last program activity.
Provide appropriate cleaning/disinfection (water to bleach solution 5 to 1 mix) supplies for shared
and frequently touched surfaces (e.g. door handles, toys, art supplies, areas where children eat),
and encourage employees to use these supplies before/after use of these surfaces, followed by
hand hygiene.
Regularly clean and disinfect equipment using the Department of Environmental Conservation’s
(DEC) list of products identified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as effective against
COVID-19.
For programs with rest periods for children/campers, make individual clean bed coverings available
for each child/camper, and do not allow bedding to be shared unless cleaned/disinfected.
Take the following precautionary measures when taking care of young children:
1. Frequent and thorough hand hygiene for both staff and children/campers.
2. Whenever a child is soiled with secretions, change the child’s clothes, and clean the child, as
needed.
Refer to CDC guidance for additional information.
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Child Care Programs and Camp Activities
For aquatic activities:
1. Face coverings are not worn while in the water.
2. Keep stable groups of children/campers separated.
3. Encourage water activities where staff can safely supervise older children/campers in the
water without being in the water by themselves.
4. Ensure appropriate social distancing is kept, to the extent possible.
5. Enhance cleaning and disinfection protocols; Refer to CDC guidance
For game activities:
1. Keep stable group of children/campers separated.
2. Focus on activities with little or no physical contact (e.g. hiking, running).
3. Encourage sports that involve less physical closeness over those that are close-contact
or involve shared equipment.
4. Encourage activities that are lower risk such as skill-building and conditioning.
5. Enhance cleaning and disinfection protocols; Refer to CDC guidance
For food services:
1. Serve individual portions to children/ campers.
2. Keep stable groups of children/campers separated.
3. Mealtimes staggered to reduce occupancy/ congregation.
4. Tables with seating will be at least 6 ft. apart from other tables.
No field trips or excursions away from programs will take place.
Communication
Communications plan for employees, parents/guardians and children/campers exists that includes
applicable instructions, training, signage, and a consistent means to provide information.
Train all employees/staff on applicable precautions/ policies in the State’s guidance either remotely or
in- person, using appropriate social distancing and requiring face coverings for all participants.
Signage posted inside and outside of the facility to remind individuals to adhere to proper hygiene,
social distancing rules, appropriate use of PPE, and cleaning and disinfecting protocols.
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Screening
Instruct staff to stay home if they are sick and remind parents/guardians to keep sick children/campers
home.
Implement mandatory health screening assessment (e.g. questionnaire, temperature check) for
employees, visitors (e.g. contractors. vendors), and children/campers, either directly or through their
parent/guardian.
Screening must ask about (1) COVID-19 exposure in past 14 days, (2) positive COVID-19 test in past
14 days, and/or (3) close or proximate contact with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 case in past 14
days. Responses must be reviewed and documented daily.
Screeners trained by Council Health Supervisor familiar with CDC, DOH, and OSHA protocols and
wear appropriate PPE, including at a minimum, a face covering.
In the event that a parent/guardian of a child/camper must tie isolated because they have tested
positive for, or exhibited symptoms of, COVID-19, the parent/ guardian must be advised that they
cannot enter the site for any reason, including picking up their child.
1. If the parent/guardian -who is the a member of the same household as the child/camper- is
exhibiting signs ofCOVID-19 or has been tested and is positive for the virus, utilize an
emergency contact authorized by the parent to come pick up the child. As a “close contact,”the
child/camper must not return to the childcare or day camp for the duration of the quarantine.
2. If the parent/guardian- who is the a member of the same household as the child/camper - is
being quarantined as a precautionary measure, without symptoms or a positive test, staff
should walk out or deliver the child/camper to the parent/guardian at the boundary of, or
outside,the premises. As a “contact of a contact” the child/camper may return to the childcare
or day camp during the duration of the quarantine.
3. If a child/camper or their household member becomes symptomatic for COVID-19 and/or tests
positive, the child must quarantine and may not return or attend the childcare or day camp
program until after quarantine is complete.
Maintain a continuous log of every person, including employees, parents/guardians, children, and any
essential visitors who may have close or proximate contact with other individuals at the work site or
area; excluding deliveries that are performed with appropriate PPE or through contactless means.
Refer to DOH guidance regarding protocols and policies for employees, parents/guardians,
or children/campers seeking to return to work or the site after a suspected or confirmed case of
COVID-19 or after such person had close or proximate contact with a person with COVID- 19.
Immediately notify the state and local health department about any positive test result by an employee
or child/camper at their site.
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COVID-19 Screening Protocol
What to Do:
Screening will take place in the parking lot at camp while all parties are still in their car.
We will screen all who enter camp
All staff before the start of each work shift
All visitors (Visitors are discouraged from being in camp)
Ask these questions to everyone:
Since your last day of work, or last visit here, have you had any of these symptoms that is not
attributable to another condition?
• Cough • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Or at least two of these symptoms
• Fever • Chills
• Muscle pain • Repeated shaking with chills
• Headache • Sore throat
• New loss of taste or smell
If the answer is YES to any of these questions, let the driver of the car know that all in the car
must leave and cannot be admitted to camp. If the all answers are no, take the temperatures of
all occupants of the car and record in check in log.
Prepared. For Life.™2803 Brewerton Rd.
Syracuse, NY 13211
Office: (315) 463-0201
Fax: (315) 463-5729
www.cnyscouts.org
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