Cannelton Police Department’s       

2008'S POLICE YOUTH CAMP  “CAMP WITH A COP”

JUNE 18, 19 & 20, 2008

PLEASE CLICK ON CAMP WITH A COP 2008 TO THE LEFT FOR APPLICATION/REGISTRATION INFORMATION TO SIGN UP YOUR CHILD FOR THIS YEAR'S CAMP!  BELOW IS INFORMATION FROM 2007'S CAMP.

Mission Statement:

To operate a camp for children, where they can receive wholesome recreation, moral, physical, mental, cultural and civil training based upon ethics, values and respect for law enforcement and the criminal justice system. 

What We're About...

The Cannelton Police Department is offering young people an exciting, up-close look at law enforcement and the criminal justice system through its youth camp. This camp will help students gain respect for themselves and others through programs, which demonstrate the rewards of hard work and dedication.

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CAMPERS HAD A GREAT TIME AT CAMP 2007!  BELOW ARE A FEW PHOTOS TAKEN WHILE THE CAMPERS WERE ENGAGED IN ACTIVITIES.

Above is "A" squad marching to the Dining Hall.  "A" squad's Drill Instructors were Lee Hall & Eric Dickenson.

The photo above, shows students paying close attention to guest instructor Derrick Lawalin and his K-9 partner Jago.  Officer Lawalin, a police officer employed by the Tell City Police Department gave the students an awesome presentation on how K-9's work with officers in the field.  This class was held in the outdoor Forbes Pavillion. 

AIR EVAC Lifeteam flew by and gave the kids an upclose look at what they do for a living.  They were equipped with a pilot, flight paramedic and flight nurse.  A BIG thanks to the AIR EVAC team for flying by!!!

1.      This program utilizes educational and recreational activities to create trust and understanding between police officers and youth.  It is based on the conviction that young people - if they are reached early enough - can develop strong positive attitudes towards police officers in their journey through life toward the goal of maturity and good citizenship.

2.      The Cannelton Police Department Police Youth Camp “Camp with a Cop” brings youth under the supervision and positive influence of law enforcement and expands their awareness about the role of a police officer and the reinforcement of the responsible values and attitudes instilled in young people by their parents.  Such respect is beneficial to the youth, the police officer, the neighborhood and the community.

3.      The Cannelton Police Department Police Youth Camp “Camp with a Cop” strives to connect our youth and law enforcement and the criminal justice system in a positive way with character building tools to deter juvenile crime and violence; as well as, create interest in possibly getting involved law enforcement later in life.  The friendship and trust built through this structured camp will help teach our youth that they have a friend behind the badge.  These bonds can last a lifetime.

Police officers staff the co-ed camps and programs include

1.   Tactical Special Operations

       demonstrations

2.   Internal disciplinary process with

       Physical Training and basic

       marching skills 

3.   Firearm and ATV safety training

4.   K-9 Operations demonstrations

5.   Rappelling/rock climbing and

       obstacle course

6.   Criminal Investigations,

       Sexual Predators discussions, and

       education and prevention of alcohol

       and substance abuse

7.   Police Officer's equipment and

       vehicles examined

8.   The prison system explained

9.   Use of Force explained and

       demonstrated 

10.  Other law-enforcement and

       criminal justice system related topics

       discussed and demonstrated

Camp staff members are handpicked, responsible law enforcement personnel, who have committed themselves to preparing today's youth for their futures.  Additionally, campers receive one on one time with law enforcement officers, who help them develop a more positive outlook for their futures.

This three-day camp is for students entering 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th grades.  There is no residency requirement and open to kids from anywhere.  Campers will go home at the end of the 1st day and return the 2nd day and spend the overnight at the camp.  The 3rd day will conclude with a graduation ceremony at the Forbes Pavillion. 

MORE INFORMATION WILL BE POSTED ON THIS WEBSITE AS IT IS PLANNED.

FOR PARENTS

Opening Day

Opening Day is an exciting time for everyone! 

Campers should eat breakfast prior to arrival. 

Campers may arrive no earlier than 7:00am

and no later than 7:30am on the 21^st of June. 

PARENT(S)/GUARDIANS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR

TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE CAMP.

Due to the VERY limited parking space and

to avoid any pressure placed on the kids 

by Parent(s)/guardian(s) being present, we

ask Parent(s)/guardian(s) to leave after

signing in.  We want to build their self-

confidence and self-reliance, and that is

something hard to achieve with Parent(s)/

guardian(s) present.  Opening day pick up

will be no earlier than 4:30pm and

no later than 5:00pm.

Closing Day

Again campers should eat breakfast prior

to arrival.  Campers may again arrive no

earlier than 7:00am and no later than 7:00am

on the 22^nd of June.  Again, PARENT(S)/

GUARDIANS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR

TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE CAMP,

and due to the VERY limited parking space

and to avoid any pressure placed on the kids

by Parent(s)/guardian(s) being present,

we ask Parent(s)/guardian(s) to leave after

Many thanks to you!!!