So you're registered for Camp Friedlander this summer, and you're looking for information on how to prepare to make the most out of your week of camp. Look no further! This page has information that Scouts, parents, and leaders will need to "Be Prepared" for a great summer camp experience. If you need more information, or have questions, be sure to visit the other pages of this website, or visit the Contact page for helpful phone numbers and email addresses. The Downloads page has a listing of all the camp forms and paperwork.

Click on a link below to navigate to a section of this page: Leader's Guide Leader's Orientation Dinner Ten-Day Out Meetings What to Bring to Camp What Not to Bring to Camp Preparing Parents Swim Classifications Arrival

During the 10-Day Out Meeting you will be made aware of any requests not filled and then have the ten days to make adjustments with your Scouts prior to arrival in camp. This will make the Sunday check-in run smoothly and eliminate late night sessions trying to scramble and adjust things at the last minute. This process will provide your Scouts with the very best opportunity to participate in the merit badges and activities they most desire to take.

• Completed medical form signed by parent or guardian and physician.
• Two summer Scout uniforms which includes shorts and short-sleeve shirt
• Several Scout T-shirts
• At least five pairs of socks (some Scout socks for use with summer uniform)
• Neckerchief (at option of troop uniform requirements)
• Towels (2) and washcloth
• At least six changes of underwear
• Swimming trunks
• Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket
• Poncho or raincoat 
• Extra pair of shoes (for wet weather) 
• Duffel bag or foot locker
• Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste and comb
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Scout Handbook
• Notepaper, pencil or pen
• Mosquito repellent – roll-on or cream only  - no aerosol cans
• Canteen or water bottle

• Camera and film                     
• Compass         
• Pocket knife with TOT’N’CHIP card
• Fishing pole and tackle (Do not bring live bait – camp will have available for purchase)
• Backpack and backpacking tent (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
• Personal cooking utensils (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
• Long-sleeve shirt and long pants (if needed for swimming and lifesaving)
• Hiking boots  (if needed for specific merit badge requirements)
• Money for the Trading Post and Merit Badge Supplies

Click here to download a printable copy of this list.

The following items are prohibited to be brought to Camp Friedlander:

• Sheath knives
• Firearms
• Fireworks
• Drugs, Alcohol, or tobacco products
• Electronic devices (radios, TV, cell phones for Scouts)

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Parents need to be prepared for summer camp as well, so they know what to expect and how the camp operates. Scouts' parents should be aware of camp policies and procedures. Download and distribute the Information for Scouts and Parents well in advance of camp, as it summarizes important information from the Leader's Guide that parents will need to be aware of.


Mail to campers is welcome and encouraged. It will be distributed daily to troop leaders. Mail service can typically take a few days, so be sure to plan accordingly. Mail should be addressed to:
    Scout's Name
    Troop # and Campsite
    Camp Friedlander
    581 Ibold Rd.
    Loveland, OH 45140


There is phone service at camp, but only emergency calls are accepted for campers.  The emergency phone number for Camp Friedlander is (513)831-8311.

Campers are discouraged from making calls home, as this tends to disrupt the troop schedule. If one of the troop’s leaders believes that it is necessary for your son to call home, permission will be granted.  An adult leader must accompany a Scout while he uses the phone. Please do not allow your son to bring a cell phone to camp.


Parents should review the activity listing showing merit badges and other programs offered at Camp Friedlander. Listed by some merit badges are age requirements and pre-requisites a Scout may need to do before going to camp. Parents can help their sons prepare for a successful experience at camp by helping review the merit badge requirements and follow up to see that pre-requisites are completed prior to camp.


Parents and other visitors are always welcome to observe the programs and facilities at Camp Friedlander. Since the Troop has a schedule of activities planned, visitors should check with troop leaders before arriving to find an appropriate time to visit. All visitors are required to sign-in at the Camp Office upon arrival and will be given a visitor wristband to wear.

Guest meals at camp are always available. Breakfast is $5, lunch is $6, and dinner is $7. Meal tickets can be purchased at the Camp Office. Children 6 and under eat free.

Family camping is not permitted at Camp Friedlander. The only children under 18 permitted to stay overnight are registered Boy Scouts with a troop. A list of local accommodations for family members who wish to stay overnight in the area is available through area motel listings in the telephone yellow pages or on the Internet


Families are encouraged to visit their Scouts on Friday night of camp, starting at 5:30pm. Dinner is served between 5:30 and 7:00 PM and the cost is $7 per person.  Register for dinner through your troop.  After dinner, the camp will have open program areas and a closing campfire program. All are invited. 

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Every Scout will be asked to take a swim test in order to show his current swimming skill. While swim tests will be offered soon after arrival , your troop may find it convenient to perform swim tests prior to camp. Camp Friedlander will accept pre-camp swim classification tests conducted by qualified aquatics instructors. The Camp Aquatics Director reserves the right to retest all participants to assure that swim standards have been met.

Qualified aquatics instructors include:

• Aquatics Instructor, BSA
• BSA Lifeguard Counselor
• BSA National Camp School Aquatics Supervisor
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
• School Swim Coach 

Click here to download the Pre-Camp Swim Classification Record.

Each Scout must submit a completed Class 1 and 2 Medical Form upon arrival to camp. This form requires a health history, parent or guardian signature, and a medical examination signed by a licensed physician within the last 36 months. Parents must sign and date this form within the last one year.

Voyager participants and adults over 40 staying overnight must submit a Class 3 Medical Form.

All leaders arriving at camp at some time other than check-in must register at the Administration Building and get a camp ID bracelet.  It is also important that any leader being replaced checks out.  We must know who is at camp at all times.
 
All visitors must sign in and sign out at the Administration Building and get a camp ID bracelet.  Any visitor who has not registered may be asked to leave camp.  It is important for safety that we know who is visiting our camp and when.  Visitors who intend to eat a meal at camp must purchase a meal ticket at the camp office. 
 

Troops attending camp from the Dan Beard Council are provided secondary medical insurance coverage through registration and charter renewal. Out of council troops attending Camp Friedlander are required to show proof of accident insurance during check-in.  Out of council units also need to provide a tour permit.

In accordance with BSA policy and safety regulations, personal vehicles are never permitted in camp.  The parking lot is clearly marked and just outside the entrance to camp. Only emergency and maintenance vehicles will be allowed to park at the Administration Building.  The Ranger staff will haul gear to your campsite upon your arrival at camp. This policy is for the safety of all campers. Parents who might be visiting camp during the week should be made aware of this important policy.  We appreciate your cooperation in parking only in designated areas.

Camp Friedlander is a non-smoking facility.  Smoking or tobacco use in front of any camper, leader, or staff member is strictly prohibited.  The only designated smoking area in camp is in your vehicle in the parking lot.  Alcoholic beverages are never permitted on Boy Scout property.  Please help the camp enforce these rules by making sure all leaders and parents in your troop are aware of this policy.

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We recommend that the troop leaves together from a single location in order to take care of last minute details or to form carpools. Troop check-in begins at 1pm on Sunday. Trailers will be staged in the parking lot and hauled to campsites by the Ranger staff. Personal gear should be carried to the campsite or hauled in hand carts.

Once all troop members have arrived, one troop leader should proceed to the administration shelter to check-in and submit all paperwork. A staff member will be your troop guide, showing you to your campsite, giving you a tour of camp, and making you familiar with the facilities and camp procedures. Each Scout will undergo a brief medical check and Scouts in need of swim checks will proceed to the pool or the lake. There will be ample to to set up campsites before the first campwide gathering for Flag Lowering at 5:50pm.

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