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2016 CAMP CARD UNIT GUIDEBOOK

Unit Camp Card ChairmanEach unit should have a Camp Card Chairman. The Chairman’s Camp Card sale responsibilities are to manage all aspects of the sale, clearly communicate sale information to your unit leaders, parents and Scouts. The Unit’s ultimate goal: Get 100% of their Scouts to participate. The Chairman should be an expert in all things camp, they should ensure Scouts know the myriad of camping opportunities available and encourage them to attend.

Chairman’s ResponsibilitiesCAMP• Explain to parents the importance of each scout earning his way to camp!• Be knowledgable in all Occoneechee Council camping opportunities both Cub Scouts

and Boy Scouts.

CARD• Communicate the purpose of the Camp Card sale and the time line to your

Scouts and parents.• Kick-off the Camp Card sale with a BANG providing all members with a sales kit &

at least 10 cards.• Inspect, coach and praise your Scouts.• Collect all money and turn in the amount due to the Council by May 26, 2016.

CommissionThe Camp Card commission will be 50% if the unit is paid in full by May 26th. Commission drops to 30% after June 1st. Units do not have to pay for ANY cards up front. Units can return all unsold cards.

Orders and Re-DistributionThe Council will place the orders for cards based on the unit commitment forms, a few extra cards will be ordered and will be made available. While supplies last, extra cards may be secured through theScoutOfficeoryourDistrictExecutive.CampCardredistributionwilloccurasunitsreachtheirsales goals, settle accounts and turn in unsold cards.

Return PolicyCamp Cards can be returned to the Council Service Center in Raleigh without penalty. The cards MUST be in new condition (including snap off discounts). NO cards will be accepted for return after May 26. The UNIT is RESPONSIBLE for any unreturned cards (lost, misplaced, damaged, etc.) Be sure Scouts and parents treat each card as if it were a $5.00 bill.

Sale Support Scout office: 1-800-662-7102 or 919-872-4884 Council Web Page: www.ocscouts.org Johnny Glover: johnny.glover@scouting.orgDesmond Miller: desmond.miller@scouting.org

Benefit of Selling Camp Cards

How does selling camp cards benefit the Unit and Scout?• Give the Scout the opportunity to fund their Scouting Units camp experience• Teaches teamwork and working together to achieve a common goal• Gives the Scout the opportunity to learn about goal setting and time management.• Teachessalesmanship,buildsself-confidence,andgivestheScoutthechancetoimprove

public speaking skills.• Proven fund raiser. Over 135 units sold the camp card in 2015 selling over 35,000 cards.• Risk free--simply return any unsold cards.

How does the Council benefit?• Provide funds to help with the continuing rising costs of operating our council.• Provides Camperships for scouts unable to afford a summer camp experience.

Camp Opportunities in 2016

Boy Scout Summer CampCampDurantiswidelyregardedashavingthebest facilities in the Southern Region and theprogram offered is second to none. Experience the difference as you spend a week withus with the highest quality instruction and state of theartfacilities.Don’tforgetourProvisionalCampoption for those Scouts who just can’t get enough or just really love camp.

Cub Scout Day CampDayCampsareofferedduringthesummerinvarious locations throughout the Council.SomeDayCampsofferArchery,BB’s,FieldSports,Arts & Crafts, Scout Skills and much more.

Cub Scout/Webelos Resident CampJulyatCampDurant.Spend4daysand3nightsat CampDurantwheretheprofessionalstaff will make trip to camp meaningful and fun for everyone. Scouts will experience allprograms areas in camp; Waterfront BB & Archery Ranges and Handicraft Lodge while heearns advancements. Meals will be served in the Grand Lodge prepared by professionalcooks.Parentsdon’tforgetthatwehaveflushtoiletsand hot showers in every camp site!

The Summit TrekTheOcconeecheeCouncilandCampDurantarepleasedtomakeavailableagainin2016,a program that has been exclusively designed for us-The Summit Trek. The programgivesCampDurantScoutsandVenturestheopportunitytospendaweekattheBechtelSummit enjoying world class adventures venues. The trek includes all activities, meals,round-trip transportation and programing.

Camp Card Unit Kickoff

How can you ensure a successful kickoff?

Appoint a Unit Camp Card Chairman• Make sure your kick-off is properly promoted

through email groups and phone contact. Kick off the sale with excitement, fun or food. Set unit and scout goals.

• Be Prepared to talk about camping opportunities that the scouts can earn money to attend.

• Make sure every scout gets a Sales Kit and 10 Cards.

• Keepitsimple;MakeitFUN!

Camp Card Kick-off Agenda• Grandopeningwithmusic,cheers,excitementandCampDurantvideosfromYouTube.• Check out a SALES KIT to every Scout with at LEAST 10 Cards.• Review camping opportunities.• Review sales goal and explain key dates.• Scouttraining:roleplay-Do’sandDon’ts.• BigFinish:Issueachallengetoyourscoutsandsendeveryonehomemotivatedtosell.

Keep the Momentum Going• Encourage them with weekly emails, phone calls, and other contacts.• Recognize top selling scouts each week.• Use Patches and T shirts as motivation.

CAMP CARD PRIZES

• Each scout sells 10 cards Camp card patch

• Each scout sells 25 cards T-shirt

• Top Seller each District $100 MasterCard gift certificate

• Cub & Boy ScoutTop Seller in Council Go Pro Camera, Drone or $500 gift certificate

CAMP CARD UNIT SETTLEMENT FORM

Unit: __________________________________________________________

Pack: ________ Troop: _________ Crew: _________

District(check one)

Camp Card Chair: __________________________________________________________

Phone Number: ____________________ Cell: ____________________ (check one) Home WorkE-mail: ___________________________________________________________________

Unit Settlement SummaryInitial Cards Received: ___________Additional picked up: ___________ Total # Cards Issued: ___________

Less Cards Returned: (__________)

Total Sold: ____________

AmountDue:(TotalSoldx$2.50)___________ Payment Type: Cash or Check # ___________

Prize SummaryTop Seller ____________________________ # Cards Sold ________

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2016 CAMP CARD DATES

January 1- February 12 ............ Unit commit’s to Sell Camp Cards.

February ................................... Districts hold kickoffs.

March 1 .................................... Camp Cards available to units.

March 1- March 12 ................... Units hold kickoffs. Chairman explains program to scout parents. Chairman distributes materials & cards.

March 14 .................................. CAMP CARD SALE STARTS.

May 13 ..................................... CAMP CARD SALE ENDS.

May 15 - May 26 ....................... Unit Settlement Form & all monies are due to Council

May 26 ..................................... Final turn in day to determine all prize winners

After May 26 ............................ Unit Commissions are reduced to 30%

June 1 ...................................... District & Council Top Salesman announced

CAMP CARD 2016 Unit Registration Form

YES! Our unit wants to participate in the 2016 Camp Card Sale!

Registration deadline February 19, 2016Sale Dates: March 14 – May 13, 2016

Unit Contact Information:

Unit Type: (check one): Pack Troop Crew Unit # ____________ District: (check one):

# Of Active Scouts: _______________ Our Gross Sales Goal is: $________________How many cards would your unit like to order? _______________________ (we suggest 10 per scout)

Unit Contact Information:

Name: _______________________________________________________________________Address: _____________________________________________________________________City: _________________________________ Zip: ____________Home Number: ______________________ (or) Cell Number: _______________________

E-Mail Address: _______________________________________________________________

Please return to: Occoneechee Council Attn: Camp Card 3231 Atlantic Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27604

For more information contact: Johnny Glover: johnny.glover@scouting.orgDesmond Miller: desmond.miller@scouting.org

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