2018 Eagle Valley Spring Camporee “Cast Iron”
In the Manual you will find: Registration Form
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Camp Rules and Regulations
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Suggested Packing List
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Unit Roster
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2018 EV Spring Camporee Evaluation
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Schedule & Activities
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Important Contact Information
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Registration Form Eagle Valley Spring Camporee (Cast Iron Camporee) April 6th – April 8th Saukenauk Scout Reservation WHO
All Boy Scout Troops are invited to participate.
WHEN
April 6th – April 8th; Arrive after 5 p.m. on Friday and depart by 11 a.m. on Sunday
FEES
$15.00 per youth, $10.00 per adult. Late Fee of $5.00 per person if paid after Friday, March 30th.
WHAT TO BRING
Troop and personal camping equipment. Proper equipment and clothing for the weather. Also, make sure to have all camp kitchen equipment ready for this event, including a dutch oven. Each unit attending will need to bring your Health and Medical forms and a roster of those attending with e-mail addresses.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Medical Form must be present on campgrounds. Roster of Scouts in Camp to be submitted upon arrival. E-Mails are required. Rosters will be checked upon arrival.
ACTIVITIES
Patrol cooking sessions and competition.
MORE INFO
Event Chairman: Dawn Moore 773-757-7090 or
[email protected] Staff Advisor: Heather Huebner at 319-316-3144 or
[email protected]
--------------------------------------------------------------------------2018 EAGLE VALLEY SPRING CAMPOREE REGISTRATION Send to: Mississippi Valley Council, BSA 2336 Oak Street Quincy, IL 62301
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Mississippi Valley Council, BSA 3007 Flint Hills Drive Burlington, IA 52601
Troop # __________ District _________________________________________________________ Leader in Camp _____________________________________ Phone number (______) _______________ Email Address of Leader: _______________________________________________________________ Number of Patrols attending (no more than 8 scouts per patrol) __________________________________ On time registrations Number of Boy Scouts ____ x $15.00 = $______________ Number of Adults ____ x $10.00 = $______________ Late registration after 3.30.18 Number of Scouts ____ x $20.00 = $______________ Number of Adults ____ x $15.00 = $______________ Extra Patches for Sale ____x @ $2.00 = $__________ Total registrations due = $___________ Roster of Attendees due at time of registration (page 5) GL 110
Optional Pre-Ordered T-shirts for $10.00 or bring your own and have it screen printed for $5.00 Please list quantities: ____ Youth Medium ____ Adult Small ____ Adult Medium ____ Adult Large ____ Adult X Large ____ Adult 2XL Total Shirts: ____x $10.00= $_____.00 Please pay with Registration for all Pre-Orders. Shirts will be available for pickup upon arrival.
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Camp Rules and Regulations Camp Code
The Scout Oath and Law will be the law of the camp.
Early Arrivals
Those persons who are not on Staff that arrive prior to 5:00 PM Friday will be asked to wait to set up camp.
Roster
The Troop roster form, enclosed in this manual or equivalent, must be completed and turned in at Check-In. Please make additional copies as needed.
Ground Fires
Ground Fires are permitted. Please try your best to keep them within fire pits.
Generators
Generators are not allowed for unit use.
Cooking Fuel
Use wood, charcoal, or pressurized fuel in preparation of meals.
Pressurized Fuels
The use of either high or low-pressure lanterns or stoves must be in accordance with current council policy.
Use of Water
Water sources are only for filling water containers. Please do not use the spigot for personal hygiene, washing or rinsing dishes, or washing clothes.
Tent Ditching
“Proper pitching avoids ditching.” Digging ditches around tents is strictly prohibited.
Garbage
Each unit must take their trash home with them when they leave.
Tobacco
No person under the age of 18 is allowed to use tobacco products. Violators will be asked to leave. All adult smokers are encouraged to refrain from smoking around the Scouts during the weekend.
Dress Code
Please wear the Field Uniform. Field (Class A) or Activity (Class B) uniforms are encouraged throughout the duration of the campout. No inappropriate civilian clothes are permitted. Closed toed shoes must be worn around camp for safety.
Early Departures
Units needing an early departure on Sunday should make prior arrangements with the Campmaster or District Camping Chairman.
Prohibited
Sheath knives, alcohol, fireworks, firearms, and non-medically prescribed drugs are all strictly prohibited.
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Suggested Packing List This list is provided as a simple guideline to plan what you will need for a typical weekend camping trip. We recommend packing your items in a backpack or duffle bag. Clothing and personal property should be permanently marked with your name and troop. Medications should be clearly marked with Scout’s name, medication name, dosage.
Official BSA Uniform: _ Uniform Shirt (khaki) _ Shorts/Pants (green) _ Belt _ Scout Socks _ Troop Neckerchief _ Neckerchief Slide Clothing: _ Socks (2 pairs) _ Tee Shirts (1) _ Underwear (2) _ Pair of Long Pants (2) _ Pair of Shorts (1, optional) _ Sweatshirt _ Jacket/Coat (seasonal) _ Sleepwear _ Hiking shoes/boots- (broken in) _ Extra Pair of Shoes or sneakers (No Open-Toe Sandals or Shoes) _ Rain Gear /Poncho Toiletries: _ Soap in a carrier (or plastic bag) _ Towels and washcloths (1) _ Toothbrush & Toothpaste _ Comb or Brush _ Deodorant _ Tissues
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Camping Gear: _ Backpack/Duffle Bag _ Canteen or Water Bottle _ Flashlight (w/extra batteries & bulb) _ Utensils _ Mess Kit _ Cup/mug Bedding: _ Sleeping Pad (optional) _ Sleeping bag _ Pillow or camp pillow Other Items: _ Medications - Clearly labeled _ Boy Scout Handbook _ Wristwatch _ Notebook and pencils _ Compass _ Pocket knife _ Folding Chair (optional) _ Card Games (optional) _ Musical Instrument (If you play one) _ Camera and Film (Optional, Disposable is good)
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Unit Roster
District: ________________ Unit Type: Troop Crew Unit #__________________
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2018 EV Spring Camporee Evaluation Please rate the following on a scale of 1-5 (5 being the best) Location – Was this the best venue for the event?
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What can we START doing to improve? What can we STOP doing? What can we CONTINUE doing? General Comments and Suggestions: Would you like to help plan or staff the next Camping Activity? What type of activities would you like to do at next year’s Spring Camporee? Please Check One: ______Yes! Count me in! Name:
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______ Don’t know. Call me when it’s time. Phone:
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Schedule & Activities Friday Night ● ● ●
5:00-8:00 PM Registration 8:00 PM SL/SPL Meeting (Dining Hall) 8:30 PM Cracker barrel (Dining Hall)
Saturday Events 9:00-11:00 AM
Make a soda can burner (location TBA)
11:00-12:00 PM To campsites for lunch break-Troops are responsible for this meal 12:15-2:30 PM 20-minute sessions covering: ● Food Safety (location TBA) ● How to put a meal together/Spices (location TBA) ● Proper clean-up after camp meal (location TBA) ● Cast Iron Cleaning and Care (location TBA) ● These sessions are for the patrols to attend to be prepared for the cooking competition. The patrols will get a checklist that must be initialed by the session instructors to be able to continue to the next session and be allowed to compete in the Cast Iron Challenge. 2:30-3:00 PM Everyone will meet at the Dining Hall to select which Mystery Box they want to cook. After selecting, the Patrols will return to their campsites and the Cast Iron Chef Competition will begin! The rules for this competition will be handed out at the morning SL/SPL meeting. 5:00 PM Everyone back to the Dining Hall with their finished dish. The judging will begin with the presentation of each dish to the judges. 5:30 PM Dinner is served! The dishes from the competition will be dinner along with the main dish that will be prepared by the kitchen staff. 6:30 PM Return to your campsites for clean-up time. 7:30-8:00PM Non-denominational church service at the Chapel 8:00 PM Campfire program and awards for the winning dishes 8:30 ish
Following campfire with be Cracker Barrel at the Dining Hall
10:00 PM
All troops should be in their campsites
Sunday Morning: Thank you all for coming and enjoying our wonderful Saukenauk Scout Reservation! Please come again and be ready to go home by 10:00 AM.
Pre- order your T-Shirts or bring your own to have screen printed for $5.00 Trading Post all weekend **Activities are subject to change** GL 110
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Important Contact Information Dawn Moore Event Chairman Cell: 773-757-7090 Email:
[email protected] Mike Turner Camp Ranger Cell: 217-779-2850 Heather Huebner Senior District Executive/Staff Advisor Cell: 319-316-3144 Email:
[email protected] Gardner Service Center 217-224-0204 Burlington Service Center 319-754-8413 Adams County Sheriff 217-277-2200 Adams County EMS 217-277-2001 Blessing Hospital 217-223-8400 Poison Control 1-800-222-1222
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