Boy Scout Camp

The Camp Phillips merit badge program uses an open concept designed to allow a Scout to schedule the merit badges he wants to work on while offering time to go on a hike, play a game...to have fun, without missing a scheduled class. This programs also allows a Scout to go at his own pace, whether that is three merit bades a day or one in a week. Scoutmaster are encouraged to monitor the progress of each of their scouts. The responsibility for successful merit badge completion rests with the camp staff, the Scoutmaster and the Scout. Here are some suggestions to help scouts achieve their merit badge goals at camp:

• Help each scout decide which merit badges to work on while at camp.
• Review the merit badge requirements with each Scout and encourage him to complete some of the requirements before arriving at camp.
• Explain to each scout how the daily schedule and the evening program schedule work and give some examples of how he can manage his time.
• Use the buddy system

The Scouting program provides many opportunities for Scouts to learn new skills and take part in terrific adventures. The First Year Camper(FYC) program at Camp Phillips, focuses on helping young Scouts advance through the ranks of Tenderfoot, Second Class, and/or First Class. Active scout participation and advancement go together in the FYC program. The FYC staff will act as guides for the scouts who participate, helping them to learnthe Scoutcraft skills needed to advance. Adult leaders are always welcome at FYC to help the staff and campmasters. On the camp roster, please include the number of Scouts who will be participating in the FYC program and the rank they need to work on.

Boy Scout Camp Program Highlights Aquatics Boating C.O.P.E. Ecology and Conservation Handicraft Personal Development Merit Badges Scoutcraft Shooting Sports