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How to Use a Kaper Chart

1. List Tasks – Pick the tasks that work for your scout group.
2. Assign Roles – Scouts rotate through the jobs so that everyone gets a chance to take responsibility.
3. Keep It Fair – Some scout groups use cards, wheels, or charts to track assignments and make sure everyone participates equally.

This system helps build teamwork, responsibility, and leadership skills while keeping scout activities running smoothly!

• Sample Visual Kaper Chart
• Sample List Kaper Chart

Read more about Kaper Charts by GSRV

Possible Tasks at a Meeting

Here’s a list of possible Kaper roles for elementary-aged scouts:

• Promise Leader – Leads the group in reciting the Girl Scout Promise.
• Law Leader – Guides the scouts in saying the Girl Scout Law.
• Pledge of Allegiance Leader – Leads the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
• Attendance Taker – Records who is present at the meeting.
• Meeting Helper – Assists with tasks during the meeting.
• Friendship Circle Leader – Helps form and lead the Squeeze in the Friendship Circle.
• Snack Helper – Hands out and cleans up snacks.
• Flag Bearer – Carries the flag during ceremonies or presentations.
• Song Leader – Teaches and leads scout songs.
• Game Organizer – Prepares and leads games or activities.
• Craft Helper – Assists in setting up and cleaning up craft projects.
• Clean-Up Crew – Helps tidy the meeting space at the end.
• Greeting Helper – Welcomes scouts as they arrive at the meeting.
• Supplies Manager – Makes sure materials are available for activities.
• Scout Spirit Leader – Encourages group enthusiasm and positivity.
• Story Reader – Reads short stories or lessons to the group.
• Community Outreach Helper – Assists in planning service projects or writing thank-you notes.
• Line Leader – Helps keep the group organized when moving between activities.
• Buddy Pair Assistant – Makes sure everyone has a buddy for activities.

Camp Kaper Assignments

At camp, kapers are usually done by small groups, each assigned a different area of camp chores. While some tasks, like setting up tents, are best done by the entire scout group working together, smaller teams might be responsible for setting up the kitchen area, dishwashing station, or campfire circle to keep things running smoothly.

• Cooking Crew – Prepares meals, sets up cooking supplies, and ensures food safety.
• Kitchen Setup – Organizes utensils, tables, and cooking materials before meals.
• Dishwashing Team – Washes dishes, sanitizes cooking equipment, and manages clean-up after meals.
• Firewood Collectors – Gathers firewood and ensures the campfire area is stocked safely.
• Campfire Circle Prep – Sets up benches, ensures fire safety gear is ready, and preps for evening activities.
• Water Collectors – Retrieves and filters drinking water if needed.
• Trash & Recycling Crew – Ensures waste is sorted and disposed of properly.
• Site Clean-Up Team – Keeps the campsite neat and organized by checking for misplaced gear and trash.
• First Aid Kit Checker – Ensures the first aid kit is stocked and available for emergencies.
• Hiking Path Scouts – Checks trails for hazards before group hikes.
• Flag Ceremony Team – Handles flag duties if a ceremony is part of the camp schedule.
• Lights Out Crew – Ensures flashlights and lanterns are ready for nighttime use.
• Breakfast Crew – Prepares and serves breakfast, ensures food is properly stored afterward.
• Lunch Crew – Prepares and serves lunch, helps with clean-up and dishwashing afterward.
• Dinner Crew – Cooks and serves dinner, makes sure all cooking areas are cleaned afterward.
• Snack Coordinator – Organizes and distributes snacks for hikes, campfire activities, and other outdoor adventures, ensuring that everyone has a chance to refuel.

These roles help divide responsibilities so everyone has a chance to contribute to making camp a great experience!

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