Once again, we went to Manatoc summer camp from Sunday, July 20th to Saturday, July 26th. As opposed to our other summer camps, Manatoc is very traditional and we’ve gone there over three consecutive times now.

Once we arrived at camp, the first thing we did, as always, was take a mandatory swim test along with getting our medical forms “in order.” Right after that, we fixed up the camp and got our stuff arranged. Interestingly enough, rather than setting up tents, we use camp provided tents as to have more sturdy shelter.

After the first day, which is the worst is over; it's smooth sailing. During the day, scouts go to merit badge “classes” (much like school) and work on requirements they need. During the time a scout isn’t at merit badges, they can get a slushy at the trading post, take a nap, or even go exploring! Some of the more exciting, and unique to summer camp, merit badges offered include swimming, hiking, rifle shooting, archery, emergency preparedness, among others. Of course, while at camp, you have a better opportunity to complete badges such as art, pottery, Indian lore, and basket weaving.

Rather than fixing our own meals, as we do on normal outings, we are served in a dining hall. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all served in the same spot and are usually much better than we would have normally had, no offense to our scout cooks! Meals range from French toast to country fried steak!

At the end of camp, there is an all-camp campfire. During this fire, all the troops get together to watch skits preformed by the staff who has helped us with merit badges throughout the week and it closes with a “ceremony” in which you are taught a different part of an Indian story.

All in all, though we go to Manatoc nearly every year, it’s a different experience each year for each scout. I always have a lot of fun while there, as I know the other members of the troop do too. The members of the troop that went include: Douglas, Kevin, Steven, Matt O., Danny, Greg, Matt K., Tom, John, Matt B., Derek, Allen, Theo, Jon, David, Michael, Mr. Drown, and Mr. Mayher.

Trip Plan for Summer Camp at Camp Manatoc

Date of Camp Arrival: Sunday, July20th – Camp Manatoc Administration Building Parking Lot at 12:00 noon – Scouts need to arrange their own transportation. Please be on time.

Purpose: To attend a second BSA long-term camp that provides opportunities for fun and advancement.

Destination: Camp Manatoc is located at 1065 Truxell Road, Peninsula, Ohio 44264, (330)657-2592 (Emergencies Only). Campsite: Chestnut.

Cost: $210.00 per Scout – plus a $5.00 cot fee, Troop picture (5”X 7”) at $7.00/each; $8.00 – Motorboating Merit Badge fee, $0.50 per 10 Shots – Rifle Merit Badge fee and $1.00 – 5 Shells & Clay Pigeons for Shotgun Merit Badge fee. The $210.00 Camp fee must be turned in by the July 1st Troop meeting. A $20.00 Late fee will be assessed if a Scout makes payment after the July 1st meeting.

Health Forms: BSA - Class 1 and Class 2 Personal Health & Medical Record Form for all Scouts and adults under 40 must be completed. All adult scouters 40 or over must complete a Class 3 Personal Health and Medical Record Form. These forms need to be turned in by the July 15th troop meeting.

Troop Picture: Camp Manatoc will take a Troop picture of Troop 810 at Camp Manatoc for $6.00 per picture. Please remit payment by Troop Meeting of Tuesday, July 15th.

Additional Information:

• Program Guide
• Instructional Schedule (merit badge times)
• Master Schedule

Summer Camp Coordinator: Mr. Drown

Merit Badge Coordinator: Merit Badge schedule and camp packets will be handed out at the June 17 troop meeting. Email or turn in your selections to Mrs. Verhovnik by July 1 troop meeting.

Departure from Camp: Saturday, July 26th – Scouts to be picked-up at the Chestnut Campsite at 9:30am