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2014 Thunderbird District Spring Camporee Brownsea Island – Back to Basics

May 16-18, 2014 At Antique Powerland, Brooks, Oregon

Camporee Leader’s Guide Last Updated April 25, 2014 v1.2

Camporee Chair Ben DeRemer ♦ (503) 936-7606 ♦ [email protected]

Camporee Chief Jeremy Linch ♦ (503) 669-8828 ♦ [email protected]

2014 Thunderbird District Camporee Leader’s Guide Antique Powerland Brownsea Island – Back to Basics May 16th-18th

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents ................................................................................................ 1

Welcome Letter .................................................................................................. 4

What’s New & What’s Coming Soon ................................................................... 5 Versions and Updates ......................................................................................................... 5 What to Expect.................................................................................................................... 5

Introduction ........................................................................................................ 6 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 6 Theme ................................................................................................................................. 6 Location and Date ............................................................................................................... 6 Attendance at Camporee .................................................................................................... 7 Webelos at Camporee ........................................................................................................ 7 Registration and Costs ........................................................................................................ 8 Introduction to Leave No Trace .......................................................................................... 8 Arrival and Check-In ............................................................................................................ 9 Parking .............................................................................................................................. 10 Campsites .......................................................................................................................... 10 Check-Out and Departure ................................................................................................. 11 Unscheduled Arrivals and Departures .............................................................................. 11 Mandatory Leader Meeting Friday Night ......................................................................... 11 Scheduling Note ................................................................................................................ 12 Camporee Evaluations ...................................................................................................... 12 Cracker Barrel ................................................................................................................... 12 Host Units for Webelos ..................................................................................................... 12 Camporee Staff ................................................................................................................. 13 Camporee Patches ............................................................................................................ 13 Trading Post ...................................................................................................................... 14 Pre-Camporee Leader Briefing.......................................................................................... 14 Campsite Locations and Sizes ........................................................................................... 14 Camporee HQ .................................................................................................................... 14 Changes & Event Cancellation Policy ................................................................................ 14 Lost and Found .................................................................................................................. 15 Uniforming and Dress Code .............................................................................................. 15 Tents .................................................................................................................................. 15



Flags .................................................................................................................................. 15 Order of the Arrow ........................................................................................................... 15 Special Accommodations .................................................................................................. 15 Camporee Management ................................................................................................... 15

Health & Safety ................................................................................................. 17 Emergency Information .................................................................................................... 17 First Aid & Medical Facilities ............................................................................................. 17 Medical Forms & Medications .......................................................................................... 17 Activity Consent Form ....................................................................................................... 17 Tour Plans ......................................................................................................................... 18 Weather ............................................................................................................................ 18 Safety ................................................................................................................................ 18 Discipline & Use of Electronics ......................................................................................... 19 Quiet Hours ....................................................................................................................... 19 Respecting Other Units’ Sites ........................................................................................... 19 Sanitation and Bathrooms ................................................................................................ 19 Cooking ............................................................................................................................. 20 Fires ................................................................................................................................... 20 Water ................................................................................................................................ 20 Gray Water ........................................................................................................................ 20 Trash .................................................................................................................................. 21 Knives & Axes .................................................................................................................... 21 Alcohol, Drugs, and Profanity ........................................................................................... 21 Firearms ............................................................................................................................ 21 Fireworks ........................................................................................................................... 21 FRS Radios at Camporee ................................................................................................... 21 Personal Pets ..................................................................................................................... 22

Activities & Events ............................................................................................ 23 Uniform Inspection ........................................................................................................... 23 Ten Essentials .................................................................................................................... 25 Patrol Flags ........................................................................................................................ 26 Thunderbird Cookbook ..................................................................................................... 28 Patrol Competitions .......................................................................................................... 28 Campsite Inspection.......................................................................................................... 30 Gateway Competition ....................................................................................................... 31 Scoutmaster Cook-off ....................................................................................................... 34



Service Project .................................................................................................................. 35 Call-Out Ceremony ............................................................................................................ 36 Patch Trading .................................................................................................................... 36 Interfaith Services ............................................................................................................. 36 Scorecards ......................................................................................................................... 36 Determining Patrol Divisions ............................................................................................ 37

Thunderbird District Cascade Pacific Council ♦ Boy Scouts of America

2145 Southwest Naito Parkway ∙ Portland, Oregon 97201 Email: [email protected] ♦ www.cpcbsa.org/districts/thunderbird

(503) 225-5741 ♦ fax (503) 225-5733

Thursday, February 13th, 2014

Dear Scouts, Venturers, and Adult Leaders:

On behalf of the Thunderbird District of Cascade Pacific Council, Boy Scouts of America, and the Thunderbird Camporee Committee, we would like to take this opportunity to welcome any and all Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, Webelos, their parents, and all unit leaders to the 2014 Thunderbird District Camporee being held at Antique Powerland in Brooks, Oregon.

This year’s camporee is a little different than in years past, as we have brought youth onto the Camporee committee to help bring in new ideas. For starters, this year’s Camporee theme: “Brownsea Island – Back to Basics”, was brought to us by the youth of the committee. Using the feedback from our Camporee survey’s and youth on the committee, you will see a few changes to the program, including styles of competition, Webelos participation, and inter-unit activities.

This guide provides adult and youth unit leaders with basic information to plan your attendance at the 2014 Thunderbird District Camporee being held May 16th-18th, 2014. As this event gets larger every year, we need more help from unit leaders, parents, and senior youth in judging, shows and running activities. As such, your help to BE PREPARED is needed. By registering your unit before May 2nd, proper planning can continue to be carried out to offer the best program for the youth.

If there are any youth or adults who would like to assist with the planning and staffing for either this or future District Camporees, please contact us, as fresh ideas are always welcome for these events. Call or email anyone on the District Committee to share your ideas, time, or talent.

Please review this booklet closely for information on changes and for activities, times, and judging requirements that may have been made. We hope you will have a great weekend of fun, competition, discovery, and fellowship.

Yours in Scouting,

Ben DeRemer Jeremy Linch 2014 Camporee Chairman 2014 Camporee Chief



WHAT’S NEW & WHAT’S COMING SOON

Versions and Updates This year’s Camporee Leader’s Guide is much different than in years past. We have included detailed information regarding all aspects of camporee from general information, to details about scoring, unit events, competitions, and even campfire. If you have suggestions for changes in the packet, please send an email to [email protected]. As updates are made, we will specify what sections have corrections, additions, and deletions so that you do not have to read through the entire packet each and every time there is an update to find out what was changed.

Version 1.1 - Updated on March 13, 2014 by Ben DeRemer. This is the first draft of the Camporee Leader’s Guide and contains only the basic/general information for Camporee. Expect detailed information regarding events and scoring in the coming updates.

Version 1.2 - Updated on April 25, 2014 by Ben DeRemer. Minor grammar and format edits have been made in most of the sections. Corrections to disbursement of camporee patches have been updated in the check-in and check-out procedures. Clarification that units are encouraged to host Webelos Den’s for Saturday for them to attend camporee was made. Camporee Patches now includes the various border colors and design. There will not be an OA Brotherhood ceremony at Camporee this year. Principle camporee staff members’ contacts have been added. The article titled Activities/Events has been added with its various sections.

What to Expect Items to expect coming soon will be any of the appendixes mentioned in the current draft, including medical forms, maps, parking passes, etc… There will be a few sections on scoring and divisions, as well as explain unit scoring for activities and events and Scout Spirit. Specific scores for the gateway and campsite inspection criteria will be included in the next update as well. Midway activities and Webelos specific activities sections will be on the next update. We are still looking for volunteers to help with camporee management in positions that help oversee camporee security, as well as support staff. If you are interested in helping to serve in any of these capacities, send an email to [email protected].

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Introduction The 2014 Thunderbird District Camporee focuses on classic camporee events and activities that emphasize teamwork, basic Scout and camping skills, and the patrol method. Units should prepare for the Camporee by practicing Scouting fundamentals – knots and lashings, first aid, plant identification, proper camping techniques, and skills that a Scout learns on the Trail to First Class. There are a series of events planned to test your patrol as a team, a service project to remind us that as Scouts we should serve others with Good Turns, and a few historical museums will be open that should be fun and educational.

Theme This year’s theme, Brownsea Island – Back to Basics, is centered on the first Boy Scout camp that was conducted by Lord Robert Baden-Powell on Brownsea Island in 1907. We encourage all participants to adopt this theme and research what the first camp was and incorporate it into all of your activities this year at the spring Camporee. We have included some basic background information at the end of this packet for your use. The competitions are a mixture of activities from the first camp as well as today’s camps and Camporee. Enjoy yourselves and have fun as we go “Back to Basics”.

Location and Date Antique Powerland is located right off of exit 263 on I-5 southbound, just north of Salem at: 3995 Brooklake Rd NE, Brooks, Oregon 97303. Antique Powerland, which opened in 1970, was originally established by a group of enthusiasts dedicated to the preservation, restoration and operation of steam powered equipment, antique farm machinery and implements. Today, it encompasses an impressive collection of museums dedicated to preserving Oregon’s rich agricultural heritage. Each of the museums at Powerland is an independent partner that is operated and maintained by loyal, dedicated volunteers.

Camporee will be held on the third weekend of May from Friday the 16th thru Sunday the 18th. Check-in and registration will begin at 5:00pm on Friday and Check-out should end by 11:00am on Sunday.



Attendance at Camporee The Camporee is open to all registered Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and their leaders. Siblings of Scouts, and other Scout-aged youth who are not members may not attend this event. There are specific details regarding Webelos participation in camporee in the following section. If a Scout/Venturer-aged youth accompanies a unit, they will be asked to fill out a youth application upon check in. There are no restrictions on visiting adults, so long as troops follow all youth protection policies regarding adult supervision and they check-in and register with Camporee Headquarters. Adult leaders will be given a wristband upon check-in with their unit, and all visiting adults will also be given a wristband to be worn as well.

Webelos at Camporee Units are encouraged to invite Webelos to visit during a designated time during the day on Saturday from 4:00pm until the conclusion of evening campfire. Please keep in mind that this event is intended for Troops, Teams, and Crews. Webelos will be limited to age-specific activities especially designed for them. These activities will be listed in the Webelos Activities section of this leader’s guide. The following applies to the Webelos attending the Camporee:

• Fee is $8 if pre-registered by Friday, May 2nd, which covers Webelos specific activities and a patch

• Webelos must be invited by a unit and will join the unit for dinner • Webelos must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and must check-in with the

registration table at Camporee HQ

In accordance with the Age-Appropriate Guidelines for Scouting Activities, Webelos may only visit Camporees and may not camp overnight. Below is an excerpt from the Cub Scout Outdoor Program Guidelines:

Webelos dens are encouraged to visit Boy Scout camporees and Klondike derbies. The purpose of these visits should be for the boys to look ahead with anticipation to their future as Boy Scouts and observe troops they might join. Webelos Scouts should not compete or participate in activities designed for Boy Scouts. Webelos Scouts should not spend the night at the event if the program is Boy Scout-based. A separate Webelos-only event known as a Webelos-Ree [or Webelos Woods] should be provided by the council or district. (Page 4)

Camporee is meant to be an activity for older Scouts, without the distractions and responsibilities of monitoring younger Scouts at the event. Camporee is not intended for Cub Scouts, nor should it be used as a recruiting tool for units.



Registration and Costs Registration information is available at the District’s monthly Roundtable meetings and the Council Service Center. All registration and payments will be handled online. For registration, go to our council website at www.cpcbsa.org/register. There are no additional fees for units to pay other than the individual registration fees. Online registration will open on Thursday, March 6th, 2014 and will close on Thursday, May 15th, 2014. By registering prior to Thursday, May 2nd, you not only receive a discounted registration fee, but you help with being able to plan for the best activities for the right amount of participants. The registration fee covers the cost of patches, food for cracker barrel for leaders, prizes, awards, insurance, facility fees, and program materials. The individual registration fees are as follows:

Pre-registered prior to Friday, May 2nd, 2014

• $15 per Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturer • $15 per Troop, Team, and Crew adult leader • $15 per youth and adult staff member • $8 per Webelos Scout and $8 per parent/guardian

Pre-registered prior to Thursday, May 15th, 2014


Registration on-site at Camporee


Introduction to Leave No Trace Leave-No-Trace is a comprehensive approach to living and behaving in the outdoors, which encompasses not just camping, but also hiking, backpacking, and even just going to the park for an afternoon. The 2014 Camporee will follow the seven principles of the Leave No Trace code. These principles are:

• Plan Ahead and Prepare • Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces • Dispose of Waste Properly

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• Leave What You Find • Minimize Campfire Impacts • Respect Wildlife • Be Considerate of Other Visitors

Apply these principles as you enjoy your weekend at Antique Powerland – pack out what you carry in, stay on trails, use the established fire pits, and respect others around you in the park and in camp.

Further information on Leave No Trace can be found in the Scout Handbook, at the BSA website (www.scouting.org), and at the Leave No Trace website (www.lnt.org).

The Outdoor Code

As an American, I will do my best to - Be clean in my outdoor manners.

Be careful with fire. Be considerate in the outdoors.

Be conservation minded.

Arrival and Check-In Scouting units may arrive between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM on Friday, May 16th. Units must check in with Camporee HQ to complete registration and receive campsite assignments. Campsites will be pre-assigned by the staff based on pre-registration numbers. After check in, you will be allowed to drive one or two vehicles to the drop off point to unload equipment. All vehicles must be parked in the parking lots as soon as equipment is unloaded. Campers are required to carry individual gear/backpacks to their respective campsites. Units must set their camps up within their assigned area and construct their gateway facing their main walkway. Gateways must be free standing - no holes may be dug in the campground area. Criteria and guidelines for gateways will be given in the section titled Gateways.

As you come onto the property you will be met near the entrance by members of the Camporee staff. They will direct you and provide you with parking slip to place on your vehicles dashboards (if you have not already filled one out prior). After driving into the camporee site, have your Scoutmaster/Advisor and Senior Patrol Leader/President check-in at the registration table at Camporee HQ. Please wait until your unit has received its check-in packet before proceeding to your campsite. Camporee patches will be distributed after completing check-in.

Check-in will include verifying the following information:

Final Registration Payments Made - Before coming to the camporee, please make your camporee payments at the Council Service Center or online.



Tour Plan Filed with Council - Be prepared to have your Tour Plan reviewed by the camporee staff.

Permission Forms for each Youth - BSA Activity Consent Forms do not need to be submitted, but need to be available for inspection during check-in.

Medical Form for each Youth & Adult – Part A & B medical forms must be brought to the camporee and be available for inspection at check-in, but they are to be kept in the leaders’ care, in case of emergency. If medically necessary, the camporee medical staff may also request forms from the unit leader. No copies required.

Completed Unit Roster - The roster will help us account for youth and adults alike in case of an emergency. The roster form will be posted to the website and available in the Leader’s Guide, once published.

Camporee Shirts – All pre-ordered shirts are paid for and given to unit leaders to properly disburse to members of the unit.

Camporee Patches – Upon completion of check-in, your unit will receive patches for all registered participants (youth and adults).

Parking Parking will be allowed in designated areas only. You may drive to the closest parking bay to your campsite for unloading and loading unit gear only. It is only a short walk from the loading area to your campsite. This is a modified tailgate campout. Please pack accordingly. Roads must remain open at all times to allow access by emergency and fire vehicles. Every parked car must display a parking pass, please fill these out before arrival at Camporee. Copies of the parking pass are included in the appendix of this guide.

No RV’s (motorhomes, trailers, or campers) are allowed. Please carpool to conserve parking.

Each unit is requested to provide one volunteer to support parking/facilities for a 2 – 3 hour shift on Friday evening, Saturday (morning, afternoon, or evening), or Sunday morning. “Many hands make for light work.” If more folks step up, we can have shorter shifts. The following information is requested to be included on the Camporee Registration form for each unit: name of parking/facility volunteer, contact phone (preferably cellphone), contact e-mail and preferred time slot to support the effort. Frank Villa, the Camporee Parking Coordinator, will contact the volunteers after all names are in to coordinate initial assignments. Frank can be contacted information can be found in the Camporee Management section.

Campsites Campsites will be pre-assigned by the staff based on pre-registration numbers. Each patrol area must be easily identifiable, as this will be a portion of the campsite inspection. So, be sure



to keep your site well organized and clean. Remember that other units will be camping next to or near your site, so please be sure to respect their space and please keep in mind the designated quiet hours. Maps of the campsites will be handed out upon check-in. Unit campsites should be maintained in good taste and in accordance with BSA guidelines. Individual units are responsible for all their camping equipment and supplies. Generators will not be allowed in campsites. Each campsite should display the US and Unit Flags.

Check-Out and Departure Check-out time is after Sunday morning assembly/awards. Units should do a garbage sweep before they are ready for their final campsite inspection; remember to leave your site cleaner than you found it. A Unit Commissioner must inspect all campsites before the site can be vacated. The camporee evaluation form must be turned in before a Unit Commissioner will inspect your campsite. Check-out will include the following procedures:

Final Campsite Inspection – Send your Scoutmaster/Advisor and Senior Patrol Leader/President to Camporee HQ with completed camporee evaluation form. A Camporee staff member will be sent to your Camporee campsite for a final inspection. Your unit must wait at your Camporee campsite until after the staff member has ensured that all of your gear is packed up and the campsite has been patrolled for trash.

Evaluation Forms – Both the youth and adult camporee forms must be filled out and complete and ready to be turned in during check-out. By providing your feedback, you ensure that Camporee can be improved upon year after year.

Unscheduled Arrivals and Departures Anyone arriving at or departing from Camporee, at any time during the course of the weekend, must sign in and out at Camporee HQ. We need to be aware of any changes in attendance for all adults and youth at Camporee in the event of an emergency.

Mandatory Leader Meeting Friday Night After check-in, each unit will be expected to set up their campsite. At 9:00 PM there will be a mandatory leader meeting for Scoutmasters/Advisors and Senior Patrol Leaders/Presidents at Camporee HQ. Cracker barrel will be provided for the leaders at the meeting. At this time, units will receive pertinent information for the weekend’s events. Special bulletins regarding changes to the program or schedule will be provided. Staff will answer any and all questions and resolve issues. If additional staffing assistance is required,



units may be asked to volunteer. The Order of the Arrow will also be discussing the call-out ceremony process and offer an opportunity for current OA members to pay their dues for 2014.

Note: All youth and adult leaders are asked to bring their own cups, mugs, Nalgenes, etc... to the Cracker Barrel. Our goal is to limit all unnecessary use of paper products.

Scheduling Note All competition events are held on Saturday, concluding with a Campfire and OA Call-Out ceremony. Check-out will be Sunday morning following the awards ceremony after interfaith services. All units are to attend Interfaith Services. No units may depart until after their campsite has been inspected and cleared to leave. If a unit needs to leave on Saturday night, they will need to have their campsite ready for inspection immediately following their dinner and have their camporee evaluation forms complete as well.

Camporee Evaluations Each unit is asked to turn in a completed youth evaluation and a completed adult evaluation form upon check-out on Sunday, prior to departure. These evaluations are essential for us to create an ever improving event for the units year after year. If you feel some major changes need to be made to camporee or if you want to praise a specific staff member, please include it in your evaluation.

Cracker Barrel Friday night’s cracker barrel is open to Scoutmasters/Advisors and Senior Patrol Leaders/Presidents only. An overview of the weekend’s activities will be discussed during the leader meeting in conjunction with the Friday night cracker barrel. Following the OA callout ceremony, Saturday night’s cracker barrel will be open to all Order of the Arrow members only, as well as all Scoutmasters/Advisors and Senior Patrol Leaders/Presidents.

Host Units for Webelos Webelos Dens will be given the opportunity to visit the Camporee during the day on Saturday, but they must be invited by a host unit. Units are encouraged to invite Webelos Den’s to join them at the Camporee. Host units will be responsible for the supervision and meal preparations for the Webelos Scouts they have invited to Camporee. Be sure to make visit arrangements prior to the Camporee.

No overnight camping by Webelos Scouts is permitted.



Camporee Staff The Thunderbird District Camporee is staffed by volunteers throughout the district. They have donated a great deal of time and effort to make this a successful event. They are ready to answer any questions and are interested in suggestions for ways to improve Camporee in future years. Additional volunteer staff joins them in making every attempt to be fair and reasonable in all activities. Our district’s Order of the Arrow chapter has been helping to facilitate the planning process throughout the year. If there are any youth or adults who would like to assist with the planning and staffing for either this or future District Camporees, please contact us, as fresh ideas are always welcome for these events. Call or email anyone on the District Committee to share your ideas, time, or talent.

Our goal is to make it as much fun as possible for all participants. Your consideration and cooperation are appreciated when it becomes necessary for a staff member to take action or make a command decision.

Camporee Patches Each participant registered by May 2nd, 2014 will receive a Camporee patch. Participants registered after May 2nd, will receive patches as available. Patches will be given to units upon check-in on Friday. Any extra patches will be sold on Saturday.

Each registered participant will receive a black bordered patch. This year the patches are high definition woven to show the details of the stone at Brownsea Island that commemorates the first Scout camp. The stone reads:

This Stone Commemorates the experimental Camp of 20 boys held on this site from 1st-9th August 1907 by Robert Baden-Powell later Lord Baden-Powell of Gilwell Founder of the Scout and Guide Movements

The patch also includes an image of Lord Robert Baden-Powell in his later years. Each participant will receive a black bordered patch. Each person who serves on staff, including those staffing stations, will be given a silver bordered patch as well. Each unit will also be given three gold bordered patches: one for the Scoutmaster/Advisor, one for the Senior Patrol Leader/President, and lastly one for the unit to give to a selected youth in their unit whom they



feel have shown exceptional character and gone above and beyond in their unit during the weekend. There will also be a special blue bordered patch that can be purchased at the trading post as a fundraiser patch for the Thunderbird Chapter of the Order of the Arrow.

Trading Post The Thunderbird Chapter of the Order of the Arrow will have a Trading Post to purchase beverages and snacks. Additional camporee patches will also be available for purchase here. All proceeds will benefit the Thunderbird District’s Order of the Arrow Chapter.

Pre-Camporee Leader Briefing During the Boy Scout breakout session at the May 8th, 2014 Roundtable meeting, located at the Stark St LDS Church in Gresham, Oregon, we will be holding a Pre-Camporee meeting to give you updates regarding camporee as well as time for you to ask any questions you may have. Units should send an adult leader and a youth leader to this briefing.

Campsite Locations and Sizes Each unit will have a designated area staked out and marked. Please remember neighboring units when setting up your sites. Be neighborly, and use only the space you need. If there are space conflicts that cannot be amicably resolved, contact members of the Camporee senior staff through HQ. Campsite sizes will be determined by the amount of participants registered.

Camporee HQ Staff dining, Staff city, and Headquarters (HQ) will be located just north of the Trolley Interpretive Center. Headquarters will be staffed around the clock. If you need to get ahold of a staff member, go to the Camporee HQ for assistance.

Changes & Event Cancellation Policy The Camporee Chairman and Deputy Chairman are the only individuals authorized to change or cancel a scheduled activity. Any necessary changes will be made at the earliest possible time and posted in writing at the Camporee HQ. If you have a question on the program, please feel free to come to the Camporee HQ at any time or ask a staff member around the site.

In the event that this event must be cancelled ahead of time, an email notification will go out to all persons who made an online reservation, as well as the Thunderbird District general distribution list. A notification will go out no later than noon on Friday, May 16th. If the event is cancelled, it will be rescheduled. Refunds will only be given for people who cannot make the re-scheduled date.



Lost and Found Items found are to be turned in at Camporee HQ. Lost items may be claimed at the Camporee HQ. Items not claimed by the conclusion of Camporee on Sunday will be sent to the Portland Scout Office. (Hint: Label your belongings!)

Uniforming and Dress Code All youth and adults must be in field (Class A) uniform upon arrival, at Religious Services, at Flag Ceremonies, and during the Campfire Program. During the day on Saturday, youth and adults may dress in either field (Class A) uniform or activity (Class B) uniforms. Patrols should dress consistently. Theme attire is highly encouraged during Saturday activities and events. Webelos must wear their field (Class A) uniform throughout the duration of their visit at Camporee.

Tents Remember low impact camping techniques. Tent ditching or trenching is not allowed.

Flags Unit Flags are to remain as part of your campsite entrance, except during morning and evening flag ceremonies when you are to bring your unit flag with you. Patrols are to bring their patrol flags with them to each event and then to drop them off at Camporee HQ by 4:00 pm for judging.

Order of the Arrow The Order of the Arrow will be holding a Call-Out ceremony on Saturday evening following the general campfire. This is a public recognition ceremony to announce those who have been selected as candidates for the Order of the Arrow by their fellow peers. The OA will also be selling candy, snacks, soda, and water during the day on Saturday, and there will be an opportunity for current OA members to pay their dues for 2014.

Special Accommodations Arrangement for individuals with special needs must be made with the Camporee Chairman prior to Camporee. No arrangements will be made at the event.

Camporee Management Principal Camporee Staff members are listed on the following page. You can reach them during evening hours. Please remember when contacting these individuals that they are all volunteers, just like you.



Position Name Phone Email Camporee Chair Ben DeRemer (503) 936-7606 [email protected] Camporee Chief Jeremy Linch (503) 453-3139 [email protected] Deputy Camporee Chair Don Porth (503) 805-8482 [email protected] District Activity Chair Lorne Hofeld (503) 756-3594 [email protected] District Director Erick Simmons (503) 225-5741 [email protected] District Chairman Tom Slyter (503) 358-1313 [email protected] District Commissioner Eric Hunker (503) 805-4200 [email protected] Antique Powerland Office Manager Schaunene Mannen (503) 393-2424 [email protected]

Facilities Committee Vice Chair of Facilities Dave Liggett (503) 703-1451 [email protected] Security Coordinator vacant Parking Coordinator Frank Villa (503) 901-6193 [email protected] Campsite Coordinator Randy Veenker (503) 668-0764 [email protected] Staff Cooking Coordinator Dan Heitzman (971) 404-1536 [email protected]

Program Committee Vice Chair of Program Don Porth (503) 805-8482 [email protected] Midway Activity Coordinator Dell Mendoza (503) 891-9921 [email protected] Webelos Coordinator Laura Huff (970) 217-2922 [email protected] Patrol Competition Coordinator Teresa Griggs-Rosser (619) 944-8228 [email protected] Unit Competition Coordinator John Wojtas (503) 915-9866 [email protected]

Administration Committee Vice Chair of Administration Heidi Abel (503) 805-3195 [email protected] Unit Inspections Coordinator Shannon Hofeld (503) 975-6453 [email protected] Registration Coordinator Mike Card (971) 207-9726 [email protected] Health & Safety Coordinator Rick Heuchert (503) 932-4174 [email protected]

Awards Committee Vice Chair of Awards Mark Jacobsen (503) 705-5539 [email protected] Scoring System Coordinator Alan Simpson (971) 263-9380 [email protected] Awards & Recognitions Coordinator Michele Linch (503) 358-7111 [email protected]



HEALTH & SAFETY

Emergency Information In the event of any emergency that endangers the camp, we will blow 3 blasts on an air horn. Upon hearing this warning sound, drop everything “immediately” and gather your unit at the Flag Pole area. Take head count and ensure nobody is missing. Just as with any emergency, please maintain a walking speed and keep a cool head. We will blow the horn once and only once to mark the beginning of the competitions. If you hear the emergency signal of three blasts, you need to assume it is a real emergency.

The Camporee site address is Antique Powerland, 3995 Brooklake Rd NE, Brooks, OR 97303.

First Aid & Medical Facilities Report any acute medical conditions to the medical staff upon arrival. Those persons with diabetes or allergies to bee stings must provide their own emergency kits. Anyone with allergies should be prepared with the proper medication. Our medic will also want to know if there are any doctors in your group. Minor first aid needs are the responsibility of the unit. Be prepared.

An EMT-B will be providing first aid on site for more advanced injuries or serious health problems. All accidents must be reported to senior staff or the camp medic regardless of severity. Arrangements have been made for emergency evacuations, if needed.

Medical Forms & Medications Every youth and adult attending Camporee must be covered by Parts A & B of the BSA medical form. Unit leaders must bring copies of the unit medical forms to Camporee. Medications MUST be kept in a secure locked box or in a unit leader’s car. If your unit does not have a lock box or does not wish to store the medications in the care they can be surrendered to the camp medic who will administer them. Medications will be returned at the end of camp. Also any medications requiring refrigeration (i.e. Insulin) are the responsibility of the individual units. It is preferred that units keep their medical forms in an organized binder. Unit leaders will bring the medical forms for inspection during check-in, but they will be kept in the unit’s care, in case of emergency. If medically necessary, the camporee medical staff may also request forms from the unit leader. No copies required. Copies of the Annual Health and Medical Record are included in the appendix of this guide.

Activity Consent Form Every youth under 21 years of age must have a BSA Activity Consent Form signed by parents/guardians giving permission to participate at the event, and for any medical



treatments, hospitalization, etc… These forms should be kept with the youth’s individual medical forms. Copies of the BSA Activity Consent Form and Approval by Parents or Legal Guardian are included in the appendix of this guide.

Tour Plans All troops / crews / ships / posts / teams must fill out and file a Local Tour Plan with the council before arrival. All drivers, including drivers of Webelos attending Camporee, need to be included on the host troops Local Tour Permit.

Weather Remember the Scout Motto: Be Prepared. Both youth and adults should pack and prepare to come and participate at Camporee, rain or shine. We are Oregonians; a little rain never hurt us. The weather at this time of year can be very unpredictable with temperatures ranging from warm to very cold over the course of the weekend. BE PREPARED! Bring tents, ponchos, pack covers, dining flies, ground cloths, and necessary clothing to be comfortable at both extremes. The Camporee will not be cancelled because of rain or even snow (however unlikely), since all units are expected to have trained members in inclement weather camping procedures.

Safety Safety of all Scouts, Scouters, Webelos and parents is the first objective of this Camporee. All Scouters and Junior Leaders are expected to stop and refrain from unsafe activities and horseplay. Violence will result in being asked to leave the event. The following rules are to be strictly observed:

• Scout Leaders are expected to provide all supervision of the scouts in their unit. • The Buddy System is required at all times. • While the games are in progress, no Scouts will be allowed in the campsite areas unless

for medical reason. Scouts found in the campsites without proper adult supervision will be asked to be closely supervised by the leader(s) for their remaining time at Camporee.

• No liquid fuel lanterns will be allowed outside the campsite. Scouts should carry a flashlight rather than a Coleman (or like) lantern.

• No flames inside tents. • Campfires must be raised at least 6 inches off of the ground.



If you are unsure of specific policies and guidelines for safety in Scouting, please refer to the Guide to Safe Scouting and the Sweet Sixteen of BSA Safety.

Discipline & Use of Electronics Leaders will be responsible for the supervision of their units at all times and will be held accountable for their behavior. Adult leaders, who are not helping in the events or watching unit sites, should observe from a distance when watching their youth participating in the events; coaching and guiding is not allowed during competitions.

Scouts and Venturers should leave all cellphone, radios, television, portable game devices, walkmans, Discmans, MP3 players, iPods, and other electronics at home. Electronic or GPS devices, even if incorporated into watches, cell phones, iPods, or any other such electronics is not permitted on the competition field, or at the Adult competitions. If a youth for health reasons requires an electronic device, it needs to be approved by the Camporee staff beforehand, in advance of being at any competitive event. Loss or Damage of property is the sole responsibility of the person who brought it.

Quiet Hours All activities will be subject to quiet hours and lights out from 11:00pm till 7:00am each day. Leaders in each unit are responsible for enforcing these hours. A Scout is Courteous. After taps, every Scout is expected to be in his/her tent and quiet at that time. If you must move about in your own area after taps, do it quietly so that others are not disturbed. Roaming about the campgrounds or other campsites will not be tolerated.

Respecting Other Units’ Sites Everyone should respect other units’ campsites. Please do not cross through another unit’s site, instead go around. While we encourage Scouts and Scouters to visit other units, please announce your arrival with a loud “hello”, instead of just walking straight into a site. Show others the level of courtesy you would like shown to you.

Sanitation and Bathrooms Toilets will be available at convenient areas throughout the Camporee site. Some rented Port-a-Johns will be available near the campsites, with some reserved for women and handicapped only. Please respect the gender designation of the Port-a-Johns. Please respect them and keep them clean. Do not place trash or soft drink cans in the toilets. All units share in the responsibility of keeping the facilities clean and in working order. Please inform the Camporee staff of any problems immediately so we can correct it before it becomes a major problem for



all. It is a good idea to bring a few spare rolls of toilet paper with your unit and have campers take one with them to the toilets, just in case. Note that there will not be any shower or dish-washing facilities available at the Camporee site.

Cooking Liquid fuel and propane stoves may be used in accordance with BSA policy. Propane is the preferred fuel. Scoutmasters and Advisors are to follow BSA liquid fuel storage and stove lighting policies. Scouts (and Venturers) do their own cooking by the patrol method just as they would on normal campouts. It is up to the individual units to bring their own cooking stoves, pots and pans, utensils, cleaning or other cooking equipment. All units will cook in their own campsite. It is strongly suggested that time constraints of the Camporee schedule should be kept in mind when planning meals. Time for cooking and cleaning must be at a minimum for the sake of the number of activities that must take place. It is recommended that a quick, no-cook lunch be chosen for Saturday.

Fires Campfires will be allowed in camp provided that there is at least 6 inches of clearance between the bottom of the fire pan and the ground. Each unit will be responsible for supplying their own wood. Do not cut any live trees, plants, etc… All traces of your fire must be removed according to Leave No Trace standards, including the removal of ashes and charcoal.

There will also be two camporee wide campfires Saturday night, including the general campfire and the OA Call-Out ceremony campfire. On Saturday night, units are encouraged to have their own inter-unit campfire following the OA campfire. Cooking or lighting with open flames of any kind is not allowed in any tent. Electric battery lanterns and flashlights are recommended.

Water Drinking water will be available at several locations throughout the camp and games area. Containers will be needed to carry water to the campsites. The map received on arrival has water points noted. No dish washing and no bathing or hand washing will be allowed at the faucets. Please do not waste water. Each Scout should come to Camporee with a canteen and carry it to the Saturday games.

Gray Water Gray water should be disposed of appropriately at the designated gray water disposal station. Please remember that only biodegradable soap is permitted.



Trash Pack it in – pack it out! Please bring sealable garbage bags for disposal of your trash and garbage. Everyone must haul out their own trash and garbage on Sunday.

Please leave Antique Powerland cleaner than you found it.

Knives & Axes Sheath knives and knives with blades longer than 3 ½ inches are not allowed at the Camporee. If any are found, they will be held for the remainder of the Camporee by a member of the Camporee Staff. Axes may be used only if an ax yard is set up and marked off properly by the unit.

Alcohol, Drugs, and Profanity The Camporee Committee fully supports the policy of the Boy Scouts of America concerning the use of Alcoholic Beverages, Drugs, or other Mind Altering Substances. It is, therefore, the policy of the Camporee Committee that there shall be no Alcoholic Beverages (except those used for religious sacrament), Drugs or other Controlled Substances (including smoking) present at or consumed during the Camporee. Non-compliance with this Policy will result in the individuals and their Unit being asked to leave the Camporee. Likewise, profane language or gestures by youth or adults will not be tolerated.

Firearms For safety reasons, firearms, pellet guns, BB guns, bow and arrows or slingshots of any kind are not allowed at the Camporee without gaining specific permission from the Camporee Chairman before the Camporee.

Fireworks Absolutely no fireworks are permitted.

FRS Radios at Camporee FRS radios are permitted, however, Scouts and Scouters are to refrain from using the same channel/sub-channel as Camporee Staff. Interference with Staff communications will not be tolerated and Staff will confiscate any radio being used inappropriately. Lost or damaged equipment is not the responsibility of the Camporee Staff or BSA. The Camporee Staff will be using FRS radios to communicate for camporee management purposes and for emergency communications. We therefore request that campers refrain from using the channel 3 and all the related sub-channels; other channels may be designated as staff channels at Camporee. This is for the safety of all campers.



Personal Pets No personal pets are permitted on the Camporee site, except those used as guide animals for the blind or other aids for disabled campers.



ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

Uniform Inspection Each Scout and Venturer must be in complete field (Class A) uniform upon check-in. After check-in, each patrol will proceed to the uniform inspection area. After the inspection, uniform shirts can be removed and appropriate Scouting activity shirts may be worn, if so desired. Points for Top Unit are also awarded for proper uniforming. Individuals/patrols will be scored out of 100 for this event. The average of the patrol scores will be used to determine the unit score. Below are the scoring criteria for uniform inspection:

1. Scouting Handbook (15 points) a. The Boy Scout Handbook is considered part of a Boy Scout’s and Varsity Scout’s

uniform b. The Venturer Handbook is considered part of a Venturer’s uniform

2. General Appearance (10 points, 2 for each) a. Good posture b. Clean face and hands c. Combed hair d. Neatly dressed e. Clean fingernails

3. Headgear (5 points) a. All patrol members must wear the headgear chosen by vote of the patrol (can be

none if chosen by patrol) 4. Shirt and Neckwear (10 points)

a. Must wear the official BSA field uniform shirt and the top button must be unbuttoned

b. If a neckerchief is worn, all must wear one with the top button unbuttoned 5. Pants/Shorts (10 points)

a. Official BSA pants or shorts must be worn i. Units/patrols have no option to change

b. Venturer’s have the option to wear other charcoal gray pants 6. Belt (5 points)

a. An official BSA or international Scouting belt must be worn i. Units/patrols have no option to change

7. Socks (5 points) a. Official BSA socks must be worn

i. Units/patrols have no option to change



8. Shoes (5 points) a. Activity appropriate footwear must be worn, no open toed shoes are allowed

9. Registration (5 points) a. Current BSA membership card or temporary certificate must be on person

i. Temporary certificate may be printed from you MyScouting Account 10. Merit Badge Sash (5 points)

a. If a merit badge sash is worn, all must wear the sash for full points i. Patrols can decide not to wear the sash and still receive full points

11. Shoulder Epaulets (5 points) a. Olive Green for Boy Scouts b. Blaze Orange for Varsity Scouts c. Emerald Green for Venturers

12. Right Sleeve (5 points) a. US flag emblem centered directly below shoulder seam

i. Only the most recently earned Journey to Excellence recognition may be worn below patrol emblem or below the National Honor Patrol star

b. Patrol emblem and National Honor Patrol star, if applicable i. Venturing uniforms do not have patrol emblems, but may choose to wear

the Venturing emblem c. Only the most recently earned Journey to Excellence recognition may be worn

below patrol emblem or below the National Honor Patrol star 13. Left Sleeve (5 points)

a. Council Shoulder emblem centered directly below shoulder seam b. Unit Numbers centered and touching below council shoulder emblem

i. The veteran unit bar is to be worn above and snug to the unit number and below the council shoulder emblem

c. Badge of Office centered and touching below unit number, if applicable i. If there is a pocket, then it is centered on the pocket

d. Trained Leader emblem centered and touching below badge of office, if applicable

i. If there is a pocket, then it is centered on the pocket flap e. Den Chief Cord is worn over the left shoulder, under the epaulet, if applicable

14. Right Pocket (5 points) a. Jamboree Insignia (only one) worn above BSA or interpreter strip, if applicable b. Order of the Arrow lodge insignia worn on pocket flap, if applicable c. Temporary insignia worn centered on the pocket or hung from the button d. The Varsity or Venture strip is worn above the BSA strip or above the interpreter

strip, if applicable



i. Used only on Boy Scout and Varsity uniforms e. Nameplate, if worn, is centered above the BSA strip, interpreter strip, and

Venture or Varsity strip 15. Left Pocket (5 points)

a. Service stars are centered above the pocket, 3⁄4 inch from top point to top point and 3⁄8 inch from either the pocket or embroidered knots

b. Embroidered square knots are worn centered above the pocket in rows of three c. Not more than five medals may be worn, pinned centered immediately above

the pocket (extending over knots if both are worn) d. Badges of Rank are worn centered on the pocket above the Arrow of Light Award e. The World Crest emblem and Messengers of Peace ring are worn centered

horizontally over the left pocket and vertically between the left shoulder seam and the top of the pocket

Ten Essentials Each Scout and Venturer must come prepared with their ten essentials to camporee. During the uniform inspection process, patrols will also have their ten essentials inspected. Note that each Scout and Venturer is expected to have their ten essentials. Individuals/Patrols will be scored out of 100 for this event. Below are the scoring criteria for ten essentials:

1. Pocket Knife (10 points, 5 for each) a. Pocket Knife

i. Can be a basic pocket knife or Leatherman like tool ii. As per BSA policies, sheath knives are not prohibited by the BSA

b. Totin’ Chip card 2. First Aid Kit (10 points)

a. In addition to the complete first aid kit carried by your patrol, bring along your own first aid supplies to treat minor injuries

i. This could include the following: moleskin for blisters, a few Band-Aids, a small roll of adhesive tape, several gauze pads, enough change for an emergency call, a whistle for emergency signaling, and a large gauze compress to stop severe bleeding

3. Extra Clothing (10 points) a. With layers of clothing, you can adjust what you wear to match the weather

4. Rain Gear (10 points) a. A rain jacket, parka, poncho, or even a garbage bag can be used to protect

yourself from the elements



5. Flashlight (10 points) a. A working flashlight can help you find your way in the dark or be used as a

signaling device 6. Trail Food (10 points)

a. A small snack to carry you on the way is an essential item, especially if you are out longer than you had expected

7. Water Bottle (10 points) a. Fill your water bottle before you start out, and sip from it whenever you are

thirsty i. In hot weather, you may need to carry several containers of water

8. Matches and Fire Starters (10 points, 5 for each) a. Must have either matches, a lighter, or other fire starters b. Firem'n Chit card

9. Sun Protection (10 points) a. Bring sunscreen to guard you skin that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or

higher i. A broad-brimmed hat, lip balm, and sunglasses will give added protection

10. Map and Compass (10 points, 5 for each) a. Map of the area

i. Maps of Antique Powerland will be given upon check-in; they can also be found in the leader’s manual

b. Compass

Patrol Flags As with the Brownsea Island experience in 1907, patrol flags are an important aspect of patrol identity and in creating a cohesive team. Patrol flags are to be used by patrols during the patrol competitions, as they will be used to help determine Scout Spirit scores. They are to be turned in Camporee HQ for scoring as a patrol event no later than 4 PM on Saturday. Patrols will receive an automatic score of 100 points for turning a flag in for inspections. Additional awards/ribbons, that will not affect the patrol score, will be given to patrols based on the following criteria:

The Patrol Flag

Take a good look at a successful patrol, and what do you see? Its patrol flag—always honored, jealously guarded, properly cared for. It goes wherever the fellows go, on every hike, every camping trip. It flies from the top of the cliff they scaled, from the bow of the lead canoe. It’s their emblem, their calling card.



Criteria for Judging

There are 100 total points in the Boys’ Life Patrol Flag Contest. Please review the criteria carefully. Judging standards and their consistency are important to the success of the contest and will ensure fairness in all levels of the patrol flag contest. Scoring is on specific achievements, not on general categories.

1. Originality (50 points) a. Camporee theme depicted 20 points b. Design 15 points c. Creativity—uniqueness of flag 15 points

2. Identity (25 points) a. Patrol identification 10 points b. Unit identification 10 points c. Patrol member identification 5 points

3. Workmanship (25 points) a. Flag construction—youth-made 10 points b. Suitability of height and shape 10 points c. Mobility and use by patrol 5 points

TOTAL 100 points

Originality

The flag should depict a theme or idea related to the patrol name on the flag. It should also depict or incorporate the 2014 Camporee theme: Brownsea Island – Back to Basics. Thee patrol must be properly identified with a printed or designed name. (For example, for the Road Runner patrol, the flag would have a roadrunner bird design.)

Identity

The patrol members’ names, initials, or signatures should be integrated into the design of the flag. Small devices could be attached to the flag with each member’s name printed on a device. Make it unique and different. The unit number must be on the patrol flag. This is necessary for judging and will help youth from different areas of the district meet one another.

Workmanship

The flag should demonstrate workmanship and initiative in its construction and design. No commercially made flags will be considered for judging. Flags must be youth-made, and all members should have had a part in their construction and design. Use of color and material that represent the patrol name, area, or locale are encouraged. The construction should be in



harmony with the theme, and the flagstaff compatible with the size and shape of the flag itself. Above all, the workmanship of the patrol flag should reflect that the youth were involved in its construction.

The patrol flag’s size and shape should be such that the flag is pleasing to display and is easily carried. Each patrol should carry its patrol flag throughout the Camporee competitions and then turn it into HQ no later than 4 PM to be judged on Saturday. The flag should be mobile and not too cumbersome to handle and carry around.

Thunderbird Cookbook In an effort to expand the culinary experience of local Scouts, we will assemble a camping cookbook during Camporee. All Patrols will submit their favorite camp recipes using the form in this packet. Categories include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desserts. After Camporee, all recipes will be assembled and compiled into a book that can be used by all units. 100 points will be awarded to Patrols for submitting their favorite recipe(s).

Patrol Competitions Regular patrol competitions will occur in the morning from 9 AM till 12 Noon, and will then begin again at 2 PM. With proper time management, patrols should be able to finish a majority of the events in the morning. In the afternoon, patrol competitions will continue until 4 PM. Midway activities begin at 3 PM on Saturday, so patrols that finish the competitions between 3 PM and 4 PM may separate and participate in the Midway. Patrols may also choose, as a group, not to finish the competitions and move onto Midway activities, however, keep in mind that doing so will affect their overall patrol scores and unit scores as well.

There will be 10 events for patrols to compete in during the designated patrol competition times, and there will also be 4 events that are to be completed during other times, including: Uniform Inspections, Ten Essentials, Patrol Flag, and Thunderbird Cookbook. These events will be run by the Camporee staff at Camporee HQ. Listed below are the other 10 events and the sponsoring unit running each event:

First Aid Baseball – Troop 586

This event will test your knowledge and skills at first aid. Be sure to read up on all of your first aid requirements on the Trail to First class, and taking a quick look at the First Aid merit badge couldn’t hurt as well. Just like in baseball, when you get three strikes you’re out; let’s see who can make it through all 20 questions.



Orienteering and Map Symbols – Troop 740

This is not just your basic orienteering course. Be sure to read up on identifying the various symbols that can make up an orienteering map. Also, remember to bring a working compass or you’ll have a difficult time navigating through this course.

Observation Estimation – Troop 544

Patrols will have to work together to determine various measurements. You may want to practice your paces and how to measure lengths using your hands and arms for this event. Determining direction, heights, distances, and even amounts may be challenges in this event. Note that devices such as measuring tapes, rulers, and compasses will not be allowed for the event.

Life Saving Relay – Troop 33

Do you know how to properly pull someone out of a smoked filled room, throw a life line to someone in the water, or transport an injured person in a stretcher? Well, those may be some skills you will want to practice to prepare yourself for this event. It may not hurt to learn how to properly splint and brace injuries to your extremities as well.

Water Boiling – Troop 820

Burning a piece of string over a fire is a cakewalk compared to this event. You will use the resources provided to make a fire and boil water in a tin can. Be careful though, the more matches you use the more time will be added to your score, so be sure to use them sparingly.

Planks and Logs – Troop 212

You will need to use your teamwork and problem solving skills by placing different length planks across stone blocks to make it across a stream so you can properly pull up your log before time runs out. Be sure you are using the correct knots and lashings for this event or you may have to start over.

Tracking Nature – Troop 611

It’s time to test your knowledge on the common plants and animal tracks in this area. Can you or your patrol tell the difference poison oak and an alder tree leaf, or a wolf track versus a raccoon? If not, then you might want to get to studying some plants and animals pronto.



Chivalry is Not Dead – Troop 186

Do you know what it means to be chivalrous? Well, Sir Robert Baden-Powell thought it was important enough to spend an entire day of camp on chivalry and honour. This event will test your knowledge on the Scout Oath and Law, and may event test you on some of the requirements you need for earning your Scout rank.

The Patriot – Troop 664

There’s more to being patriotic than just saluting your flag as it passes by. Do you know how to properly perform a flag ceremony or do you know the proper etiquette for folding and displaying a flag? Then, it may be useful to take another look at your Scout book or at BSA’s Your Flag publication to bring you and your patrol up to speed on doing it the correct way.

Brownsea Island – Troop 542

Brownsea Island isn’t just a theme; it’s a lifestyle for some people. Now it’s time to test your knowledge on all you know about the first Scout camp experience. You may be tested on things such as patrol names, colors, activities, costs, and key leaders just to name a few.

Campsite Inspection One of the most common deductions that units have is leaving trash on the ground. Be sure to make sure you camp is free from garbage and debris, including the adult area. Campsites will be judged with an average score from the identifiable patrol areas; adult areas will be included in the scoring as well. Points for Top Unit are also awarded for this activity. Below are the scoring criteria for campsite inspections:

1. Tents a. Tents arranged neatly, with all doors facing similar directions b. Tents arranged in identifiable groups (i.e. adult/youth areas, male/female areas) c. Tent doors and windows all uniform (all open or all closed) d. Guy lines properly marked and highly visible in traffic areas e. Tenting area free of trash and garbage f. No lanterns, candles, or stoves in or near tents

2. Campsite a. American Flag properly displayed

i. Preferably on campsite gateway (on right side of gateway when exiting campsite)

b. Unit Flag properly displayed i. Preferably on campsite gateway (on left side of gateway when exiting

campsite)



c. Unit board displaying pertinent unit information i. Such as unit/patrol rosters, key unit contacts, camporee schedule, tour

permit, etc… 3. Camp Gadget

a. Camp Gadget in campsite using pioneering skills b. Complexity of camp gadget

i. Determined by number of lashings/knots properly used and properly tied c. Creativity and originality of design and usage

Note: Camp gadget must be constructed by youth without adult instruction or guidance. Adults may have a gadget, but it will not be judged and must be labeled as adult made.

4. Health and Safety a. First Aid Kit visible and properly marked in campsite b. Fire buckets (filled with water) in each campsite cooking area and two at each

tent c. Ax yard and fuel yard properly identified and stored

5. Food and Cooking Area a. Food properly stored in containers b. Coolers clean and filled with ice or ice packs c. Trash bags appropriately placed d. Dining area clean and free of trash e. Stoves and cooking equipment properly cleaned and stowed in an appropriate

manner f. Dining fly in cooking area g. Guy lines on flies/tarps properly marked and highly visible in traffic areas h. Menu(s) posted in cooking area i. Menu(s) protected from the elements j. Duty Roster(s) posted in cooking area k. Duty Roster(s) protected from the elements

Note: Points will be subtracted for each piece of garbage found on the ground. Also, adult areas will be held up to the same standards as the youth patrol areas and will be judged accordingly.

Gateway Competition This year, gateways will be included in the overall unit scores for Top Unit at Camporee. If your unit needs resources to borrow for building the gateways at camporee, send an email to



[email protected]. Materials will be provided on a first come first serve basis. On the next page are the scoring criteria for gateway competition:

1. Gateway Identifications (May be identified in flags) a. Unit Number displayed b. Chartered Organization Name displayed c. Unit City Name displayed

2. Flags Properly Displayed a. American Flag Properly Displayed (on right side of gateway when exiting

campsite) b. Unit Flag Properly Displayed (on left side of gateway when exiting campsite) c. Height of American Flag versus Unit Flag (American Flag must be the highest flag

displayed) d. American Flag size versus Unit Flag (American flag should be same size or larger

than other flags when displayed) 3. Camporee Theme Clearly Evident in Gateway Design

a. Quantity of embellishments displaying Camporee theme b. Quality of embellishments displaying Camporee theme c. How well the gateway supports the theme

4. Working Gates and/or Bridges a. Have a gate and/or bridge

i. Gate must be an object to block entrance (a drop bar/arm will not be considered as a gate)

ii. Bridge must be an object to cross over b. Operation of Parts

i. Gate must turn or lift by gentle force (rotating gate, lifting garage, etc…) ii. Bridge must be at least 6 inches off the ground and hold a minimum of a

300 lb. person iii. Pulley system used for gate/bridge iv. Gate/Bridge is free rolling (with safety measures in place) v. Gate/Bridge has an auto-shut system

5. Knots and Lashings Properly Done a. Knots and Lashings are tied appropriately and used for the correct purpose b. Contains at least two types of correctly used lashings and are labelled c. Contains at least two types of correctly used knots and are labelled d. Additional points will be awarded for each type of correctly used lashings beyond

the first two and are labelled. Common lashings include: i. Square lashing - for binding two poles at right angles to each other

ii. Shear lashing - for an A-frame

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iii. Diagonal Lashing - for binding poles at an angle other than right angle iv. Tripod Lashing - for making a tripod v. Round Lashing - for binding two poles side by side

vi. Floor Lashing - for making deck or walkway of bridge vii. Japanese Mark II Lashing - for binding two poles at right angles to each

other viii. All other lashings must be labelled appropriate and used correctly

e. Additional points will be awarded for each type of correctly used knots beyond the first two and are labelled. Common lashings include:

i. Square ii. Clove Hitch

iii. Bowline iv. Bowline on a Bite v. Taut Line

vi. Timber Hitch vii. Fisherman’s

viii. Water Knot ix. Draw Hitch

x. Butterfly xi. Prussic xii. Sheepshank

xiii. Round Turn and Two Half Hitches xiv. Sheet Bend xv. Double Sheet Bend

xvi. Figure Eight xvii. Pipe Hitch

xviii. Larks Head

Note: “(TBD)” points per lashing will be subtracted for improper use or improper lashing construction. “(TBD)” points per knot will be subtracted for improper use or improper knot construction. “(TBD)” points will be subtracted for excessive rope/line left hanging or improperly stowed.

6. Stability and Safety a. Gateway must be free standing b. Six-foot tall persons (standing upright) must be able to walk under gateway c. Gateway entrance must be clear of objects

i. Must not have to step over objects to enter d. Gateway must not have any exposed sharp objects e. Gateway must be sturdy

i. Must be able to support 50 lbs. of weight and hold a minimum of a 300 lb. person

ii. Must not be able to be blown down by heavy winds iii. Embellishments must be sturdily attached iv. Doesn’t move to shaking v. Lashings do not move with gentle pressure



7. Constructed by Youth a. All structural elements must be built on site

i. Excluding gateway signs and non-pioneering decorations b. Building process was directed by youth and not adults

Note: Automatic Disqualifications include: • Using pre-built materials for the gateway • Adult involvement in gateway building other than for safety reasons, including but not

limited to: instruction (verbally or visually), demonstration, verbal directions/coaching, building/constructing of parts, fixing details before judging of gateway, etc…

• Gateway work being done between 11 PM and 7 AM • Usage of power tools for assembling, anchoring, etc… on or for gateway

8. Creativity and Originality a. Creativity of gateway design

i. Includes creativity of gate and/or bridge b. Visual

i. Did the youth take time to design a gateway that was interesting and appealing to look at?

c. Originality of design based in uniqueness at Camporee as compared to past Camporees and current Camporee

9. Scout Skills a. Complexity of gateway

i. Examples include: separate towers, pillars, arches, anchoring (beyond simple staking), use of both a bridge and a gate, additions like seating/benches, etc…

b. Gateway assembled with natural materials and pioneering skills i. No nails, bolts, screws, or mechanical fasteners

c. Embellishments made utilizing pioneering skills

Scoutmaster Cook-off This year, units will be making Lasagna from scratch to be cooked in a Dutch Oven or Box Oven onsite. Similar to the patrol flag competition, units will receive full points for just participating in the Scoutmaster Cook-off. Points for Top Unit are also awarded for participation in this activity. Additional awards/ribbons for best overall meal, that will not affect the unit score, will be given to units based on the following criteria on the next page:



Contestant Rules:

1. Contestant will provide all ingredients. 2. Lasagna will be fully prepared and baked at Camporee. No pre-prepping and bringing

from home. 3. Baking will be done in a Box or Dutch oven. 4. Start time for Scoutmaster Cook-off is 1230 hours (12:30pm) and must be submitted to

Judge’s table no later than 1700 hours (5:00pm) at Camporee HQ.

Judging Rules:

1. Each contestant will be assigned a number when they register on check-in. This will prevent judging bias. Each contestant will deliver their entry along with a tag bearing this number. This will ensure that judges taste each dish blindly, with no knowledge of who made it.

2. Lasagna cook off will be judged on: a. Flavor b. Texture c. Presentation

3. The judging form will be titled Scoutmaster Lasagna Cook-off Camporee 2014 and will include the phrase "Official Judging Form" at the top. It will include the contestant numbers down the left side with the three judged criteria horizontally below the title. Spaces for judges to write in numbers 1-10 will be lined up horizontally from contestant number aligned under the criterion, a space for judges to leave comments will be provided as well. Judges will write numbers 1-10, scoring each category with 10 being the best and 1 the worst.

4. The winner will be determined by adding up the scores in each category, and the top prize will be awarded to the dish that scored the highest overall. If two dishes are tied for first place, the tie will be broken by awarding the prize to the dish that had the highest degree of difficulty.

Service Project Remember the Scout Slogan: Do A Good Turn Daily. Because of this, we have set-time aside for a Camporee wide service project to thank Antique Powerland for allowing us to use their facilities. More information will be given out at the Pre-Camporee meeting as well as the Leader’s Meeting on Friday night of Camporee. All Camporee participants are expected to help with the service project.



Call-Out Ceremony On Saturday evening, at the conclusion of the general campfire, there will be a Call-Out ceremony performed by Order of the Arrow youth members of the Thunderbird Chapter. Unit leaders will be informed of the expectations of units during the Leader’s meeting on Friday evening.

The Call-Out ceremony is performed to recognize those Scouts and Scouters who have been elected (and selected for adults) by their peers in their troops and teams as best exemplifying the principles of Scouting in their everyday lives. All current Arrowmen are requested to wear their sashes to the campfire and are expected to assist in the Call-Out ceremony. See your Chapter Chief, Jeremy Linch, or your Chapter Adviser, Ben DeRemer, to fulfill your “cheerful service.” All Scouts (youth and adults) are required to be at the campfire since some who have been elected as candidates for the Order of the Arrow will not know of their candidacy until the Call-Out ceremony.

Patch Trading Patch Trading will be organized in areas for adults and youth to swap scouting memorabilia. Adult Leaders should have the good judgment to avoid trading with a youth. Youth members may trade with youth members. Adult leaders may trade only with other adults 21 years of age or older or with an adult Scoutmaster or Advisor on behalf of a youth member.

Interfaith Services We request each unit to have a designated Chaplain’s Aide to be available to help organize the interdenominational service on Sunday. The service is to be brief and organized and conducted completely by the youth. All youth and adults are encouraged to attend and participate in any of the offered religious services. During Sunday morning, all participants must attend one of the services offered; no one is to be left in camp. Below is a listing of the religious services that will be offered.

Collection for the World Friendship Fund will be held at each service. To learn more about the World Friendship Fund, go to www.scouting.org/scoutsource/International/worldsupport.aspx.

Scorecards Each Patrol will be issued a scorecard on Saturday morning. This scorecard will be the Patrol's Official Scorecard for the entire Camporee. At each event the Staff Member will write the Patrol's score on the card, then he/she and the Patrol Leader will initial it. The scorecard must be taken to each event in order for the Patrol to receive an official score. Staff Members will

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also keep event specific scorecards, but only as a reference. Bring a clipboard for carrying and protecting the Patrol's scoreboard. Each event will keep a scoreboard specific to that particular event’s results throughout the day. Patrol scorecards must be turned in by 4:30pm on Saturday to Camporee HQ. Patrols that do not have scorecards turned in by the deadline will be given a score of 0.

Determining Patrol Divisions There will be four divisions of competition again this year, including a junior, intermediate, and senior division for the troops and teams, and a separate Venturing division for crews. Each of these divisions will be matched with one of the four patrols utilized at Brownsea Island. Below is the process used to determine which division a patrol will be competing in:

Ranks Rank Value Divisions Patrol Rank Value Scout 1 Junior Division 0 - 3.6 Tenderfoot 2 Intermediate Division 3.7 - 5.3 Second Class 3 Senior Division 5.4 - 7.0 First Class 4 Crews N/A Star 5 Life 6 Eagle 7 Note: Patrols will remain the same throughout the Camporee. No changes will be made without Scoring Official’s approval. Patrols in the junior division may decide to compete in the intermediate division, and patrols in the intermediate division may choose to compete in the senior division.

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