What is local Scoutings response to the tragedy in Iowa caused by weather?
On June 11th, a tornado touched down at the Little Sioux Scout Camp in Iowa, killing 4 Scouts and injuring several others. In light of this event you may be asked questions concerning the emergency readiness of staff and campers at our camp properties. We live by the motto, Be Prepared. Our camps are prepared, with emergency readiness plans for Woodruff Scout Reservation and Bert Adams Scout Reservation in place. Our staff is prepared, having been thoroughly trained to work with the young men attending our summer camp programs and our leaders are prepared, with safety materials and information provided, both as part of their leadership training, and as part of our summer camp registration materials. Safety is a priority at both Bert Adams and Woodruff Scout Reservations. Our preparations include: Emergency readiness plans for each camp, with summer camp staff trained on these plans. These plans have been enacted in the past and have been effective in notifying campers of potential dang
