Camper Security Policy
(Please read carefully and in its entirety)

Frequently the request for an early release will be made as a result of an emergency situation in a Scout's family or due to an illness or an activity outside of camp. In any event, there could be a certain amount of anxiety and tension on the part of the legal parent or guardian. This individual may not understand or appreciate any delay in the release of the Scout and adherence to the camp security policy. Because of the legal parent or guardian's trust in the camp, we ensure the utmost care and well being of the Scout. Only the Camp Director may process an application for early release.

In the event an individual reports to camp and requests the early release of a camper for whatever reason, the following steps MUST be followed to ensure the entrusted well being of the youth in our charge:

* Verification must be made to assure that the person requesting release is acting as the legal parent or guardian or under the direction of the legal parent or guardian. Verification may be done by the following:
1. Approval of the Scoutmaster
2. Presentation of proper identification matched with the name listed as the legal parent or guardian on the Scout's medical form.
3. Contact via telephone with the legal parent or guardian. The telephone number used may be supplied by the Scoutmaster or obtained from the medical form.
4. Previous arrangements made with the Scoutmaster and Camp Director by the legal parent or guardian
* it is understood that any person who requests the early release of a Scout will abide by the policy set forth above and completes the early release form prior to the release of the Scout.
* It is understood that a Scout will never be released to another youth under 18 years of age without verified permission from the legal parent or guardian.

The basis for this policy is taken from the National Council's Health and Safety Guide, Security Section, copyright 1983.