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Hello Happy Campers -
Troop 140 is going to Camp Melita Island located on Flathead Lake in Big Arm, Montana.
WHEN: July 21-27, 2024
CAMP COST:
$525 per registered youth
$275 per registered adult - we will be collecting a list of adults hoping to assist at camp as space is limited
CAMP REFUND POLICY:
Standard cancellation policy is...
Any individual Scout canceling prior to June 1 may be able to receive a refund of fees less the $200 deposit and $75 camp readiness fee for each Scout and/or adult cancellation.
After June 1, no refunds will be issued until after the end of the camping season.
Refunds will be determined by the Camp Director.
Valid reasons include death, illness or military orders such as TDA or PCS.
If a refund is granted, scouts and adults will receive one-half of fees charged and/or paid for each camp.
TRANSPORTATION:
Due to the distance, the Troop is coordinating transportation for this summer camp or families can provide personal travel for their scout to the camp gateway.
The Troop plans on using an overnight Amtrak ride and a chartered shuttle between the Montana train station and the camp gateway.
HEADING TO CAMP:
Departing Saturday 7/20 and arriving in Montana the morning of camp 7/21. After some time in town to get breakfast and lunch, a chartered shuttle will deliver the Troop to the camp gateway.
HEADING HOME:
The chartered shuttle will pick up from camp in the morning and deliver the Troop to the train station.
The return train leaves at Saturday 7/27 and arrives in Portland Sunday morning 7/28.
TRANSPORTATION COST:
$250 per youth and adult. This price will be reduced as we get a final headcount.
All meals outside of camp are not included or provided.
TRANSPORTATION REFUND POLICY:
Train tickets are non refundable once the Troop has reserved them.
A portion of the transportation fee may be refunded for the shuttle, if the overall cost is reduced.
YOUTH CAMP PAYMENT INFO
$50 Deposit Due Oct 23
$150 Due Jan 22
$150 Due Feb 26
$175 Due April 22*
ADULT CAMP PAYMENT INFO:
$275 due April 22
TRANSPORTATION PAYMENT INFO:
$75 deposit due Nov 13
$75 due March 11
$100 due May 13*
You can always pay more than the minimum due however late payments may result in removal from the reservation as we have early bird discount criteria to meet.
Council Camperships are not available for out of state camps.
* Final payment may be adjusted pending fee changes.
ANNUAL PHYSICALS
ANNUAL PHYSICALS
All part C medical forms for Camp Melita Island 2024 must have a Dr signature date of July 1, 2023 or later. This means if your scout saw a Dr recently for a school or sports physical, you may be able to email them the BSA form to be completed without another visit!!
3 copies of Medical forms Parts A, B1, B2 and DR signed part C & insurance cards are due July 1, 2024
All part C medical forms for Camp Melita Island 2024 must have a Dr signature date of July 1, 2023 or later. This means if your scout saw a Dr recently for a school or sports physical, you may be able to email them the BSA form to be completed without another visit!!
3 copies of Medical forms Parts A, B1, B2 and DR signed part C & insurance cards are due July 1, 2024
Mandatory PARENT and SCOUT pre camp meeting July 15, 2024
If you have any other questions or need to arrange an alternate payment time please contact Mrs Pearson at administrator@troop140.com
2024 Camp Melita Island Leader guide
2024 Camp Melita Island Program guide
Merit badge prerequisites and MB fees
MB schedule 2024
FUN BLOG FROM SCOUTING MAGAZINE...
What do you put in your Scout’s summer camp care package?
By Michael Freeman blog.scoutingmagazine.org
As Scouts get ready to head off for summer camp — some for the very first time — be mindful of how they’re feeling. Homesickness can affect many campers — most often younger Scouts.
Talk with your Scout beforehand to gauge how they’re feeling about being away from home. If they’re feeling anxious, you can go over different topics to help prepare them. The more prepared they are, the more comfortable they can feel in a new environment. However, even Scouts who say they’re looking forward to camp and feel plenty prepared might start longing to come home halfway through the week.
One way to help them know you’re thinking about them is to send a letter, card or care package. Before you do, though, check with the camp to see when they recommend mailing something to ensure it gets to camp mid-week rather than at the end. In some cases, you might need to send your mail before your Scout leaves for camp.
What to send
What should you send your Scout? Perhaps a comic book, a deck of cards or a pair of clean socks? Maybe a big box of goodies they can share with their friends?
One good idea is cash. Scouts can use a little spending money to buy souvenirs or treats at the trading post. But instead of mailing it, give your Scout an envelope with the spending money before they leave.
One item you shouldn’t send: a note saying how much you miss them. It can be tempting, but that sentiment might easily trigger homesickness. Instead, focus on how you’re proud of them and ask questions about what all they’re learning and doing. Keep the message upbeat and encouraging; it’ll help them focus on the fun opportunities. Adult leaders, both in your Scout’s unit and at camp, want Scouts to take advantage of what all summer camp has to offer during the week.
Another item you’ll want to check on with the camp or adult Scout leader beforehand is food. Your Scout might love to have snacks or candy on hand, but you’ll need to consider if insects or other critters might be attracted to sweet treats in your Scout’s bag.
Other ideas of what to send can include:
Glow sticks
Puzzles or a small board game
An essential item your Scout might’ve forgotten to pack
A journal and pen
A copy of Scout Life magazine
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