Revised Vehicle Policy of Camp Birch

Effective December 1, 2010

The safety of our Scouts, leaders and Scouting families at Camp Birch at all times is of upmost importance to our council leadership.  After extensive review, Tecumseh Council has implemented safe vehicle use guidelines at Camp Birch that are becoming standard protocol at many other youth serving camp facilities.  Please understand that the purpose of this policy is to protect the youth and adults who visit Camp Birch. – Jim Nolan, Scout Executive/CEO and Clayton Hays, Council President

In order to ensure the safety of campers and staff at Camp Birch, please observe the following during your visit:

1 On your arrival, please park in the parking lot and check in with Ranger or Campmaster

2 After dropping equipment in campsites or buildings, all vehicles must be parked in either the main parking lot or Adams Building lot.  Units are welcome to leave trailers at campsites.

3 All passengers must be in seats, with seatbelts.  It is not permitted to ride in open trucks, trailers, etc.

4 CAMP SPEED LIMIT IS 10 MILES PER HOUR

5 No vehicle traffic is permitted in camp between 7:00 AM Saturday and 7:00 AM Sunday.  Please contact the Ranger or Campmaster if you need to make other arrangements.

6 Camp Birch Handicapped Parking Passes will only be issued to those with a State of Ohio Handicapped Parking Pass.

7 This policy is subject to adjustment during Camporees or other large events.

 Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated.  Camp Birch is a busy place, and it is not unusual to have 200 campers on any given weekend.  We have experienced two close calls with vehicle/camper accidents recently and want to ensure the safety of everyone who visits Camp Birch.

Please share this with your unit’s adults and indicate below that you have read and understand this policy.

In Scouting,

Tecumseh Council Camping Committee

I have read and agree to observe the Camp Birch Vehicle Policy

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