Part of DOD/USDA 2011 Conference Proceedings

1. Bender, G.M., Doughtery, L., Lewis, C. (April 2011). Building a State OMK Program through Today’s Technology.: Camp Webinar . Workshop presented at 2011 DOD/USDA Family Resilience Conference, Chicago, IL Camp webinar

2. 2009 OMK Camps Georgene Bender OMK Project Director E. Cliff Lewis OMK State Program Coordinator Lou Doughtery Florida National Guard Youth Coordinator December James OMK Youth Development Specialist/JFSAP Connie Mirrop OMK Camp Coordinator

3. State Program Partners Joint Families Support Assistance Program ( JFSAP)

5. 17 teen counselors

6. 10 adult staff

7. 8 4-H Camp Ocala staff

8. Cost of camp $14,000

10. 2009 Camp Ocala I Stats 105 youth 8 – 12 years (50 girls/55 boys) 19 teen counselors 8 adult resident staff; additional 4 day only 8 4-H Camp Ocala program staff Donations to date : $11,131 Actual cost of camp is $173 per camper Estimate cost of camp with counselors and adults is $20,000

11. Agenda Tonight Who’s Who at Camp Camp Rules/Discipline/Medical Camp Schedule What to Bring OMK Blog page Check in; Check out Questions

12. Who’s Who Lou Doughtery, Florida National Guard Youth Coordinator Shawn Baltzell Camp Manager Connie Mirrop, OMK Camp Coordinator December James, OMK Youth Development Specialist Cliff Lewis OMK Coordinator

13. Who’ s Who Camp Program Staff OMK Camp Adult Staff Cabin Counselors Dean of Girls: Ms. Connie Dean of Boys: Mr. Lou Medic: Mr. Mike with an assigned female staff adult to assist Youth Mental Health Counselors

14. Camp Rules and DisciplineRespect each person, wildlife, environment and property General ZERO Tolerance No alcoholic, illegal drugs, cigarettes at camp Federal property; serious consequences Bullying Camp has staff that will talk with youth; if challenge persists and it’s unsafe for others, parents will be called and camper dismissed Buddy System at all times Hands Off

15. Camp Rules and DisciplineRespect each person, wildlife, environment and property General Dress Code Closed toed shoes; except at waterfront One piece swim suit for girls No midrifs tops or low rider pants No Cell Phones If cell phone caught, camp staff will hold till end of camp This is camp grounds and OMK camp policy If you need to get in touch with staff we will post a cell number on our OMK Blog.

16. Camp Rules and DisciplineRespect each person, wildlife, environment and property Cabin No locks; do not bring valuables Cannot stay in cabin alone; must have a counselor Everyone will help with cleanup No changing cabins No food in cabins – invites “critters” Quiet hours 11pm – 7am No graffiti

17. Camp Rules and DisciplineRespect each person, wildlife, environment and property Waterfront Permitted only when lifeguard on site You will have a swim test on first day All youth participate at swimming; there is a swallow area Buddy System used Be respectful of lifeguard

18. Camp Rules and DisciplineRespect each person, wildlife, environment and property Medical Needs No camper will stay overnight at medical cabin: if that is required – parents will be called to pick up camper Please remember your medication time: using Buddy System go to Med Cabin for your meds If you need medical attention, you must first tell and adult then take direction from adult If it is night time, contact your cabin counselor and they will contact medic via radio. PLEASE bring all medicine required!

19. Questions on Camp Rules

20. Camp Schedule Wake up is 7am All attend daily flag raising/lowering ceremonies Food Time Breakfast at 8am Lunch at 12:15pm Canteen Snack at 3pm Dinner at 5pm Evening Snack at 845pm

21. Camp Schedule Camp Classes 2 in the morning and 2 in afternoon Swimming, fishing, archery, crafts, photography, dance…..much more Chores Each cabin will have meal duties for clean-up Daily cabin clean-up Grounds clean-up on Friday

22. Camp Schedule Evening Programs A fun time for all …we’ll surprise you! Of course,campfires! Military Day Wednesday afternoon Honoring our Veterans at Lunch Mini Classes: MRE’s, Drill, equipment, orienteering

23. Questions on Camp Schedule

24. What to Bring You should have the list – No locks on anything….so no valuables You won’t need $; canteen is covered for 1 drink and a snack….you could also earn coupons for more snacks and drinks Theme area: CSI: Investigating Decorations or costume props Questions?

25. OMK Blog www.operationmilitarykids.blogspot.com Will have a password entry page for updates on camp- just for camper’s families. Will try and keep it updated with pictures and articles on how the kids are doing. Questions?

26. Check - in Monday: 10:30am – 12:30pm Don’t come early – counselors have responsibilities and we will be setting up camp Don’t be late after 1pm – if you are please call us. Please eat lunch before coming or bring you lunch – you can eat in the dining hall. Check-in at Classroom Building Just beyond camp office on your right – we will have signs Bring ALL your required meds, paperwork Will sign up for non-cabin group classes

27. Check - out Friday: 1:00pm – 2:30pm If you come early – you can purchase lunch tickets at CHECK-IN for $6. All youth will need to stay through lunch. If you have to leave early, please coordinate that with us at Check-in time. Check-in at Dining Hall porch Just in front of the classroom to your left – we will have signs Pick up ALL your required meds, paperwork

28. Questions ?Camp is a week away!!!