Shelby District
2016 Fall Camporee
“One Oath, One Law, Many Adventures”
October 28-30, 2016
University of Montevallo
Montevallo, Alabama
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Table of Contents
General Information 3
BSA Schedule 3
Purpose, Location, Registration Deadline & Cost 4
Arrival, Check-In, Parking, and other Information 5
Boy Scout information 6
General Troop Point Information 6
General Event point information & Troop Hosting Information 7-8
BSA Troop Competitive Events 9
Flint and Steel/String burn 10
Stretcher Relay 10
Flag Pole Setup and Raising 11
Kim’s Game 11
Knot Tying 12
Rescue Rope Throw 12
Focus Ring 13
Scout Trivia 14
Obstacle Course 14
Rainfly Assembly Relay……………………………………………………………………..15
Tug of War 15
BSA Awards and Prizes 16
Webelos and AoL Information 17
Webelos/AoL Schedule 17
Webelos/AoL General Information 18
Webelos/AoL Competitive Events 19
Knot Relay and String Burn 19
Stretcher Race and Shelter Half 20
Webelos/AoL Awards 20
Registration Information 21
Leaders, BSA and AoL Registration 21
Webelos Saturday Registration 23
Site Map 25
Unit Campfire Skit/Song Form 26
Directions…………………………………………………………………………………..27
BSA CAMPOREE SCHEDULE (Subject to Change)
FRIDAY
4:00 - 8:00 PM Troops arrive, check in, set up camp, and events
9:00 PM Senior Patrol Leaders/Activity Coordinators meeting at headquarters
11:00 PM Taps - quiet time strictly observed
SATURDAY
7:00 AM Reveille
7:00 - 9:20 AM Breakfast, final campsite setup, gateway and camp gadget
construction, and event setup
9:30 AM Flag raising and Opening Ceremony
10 AM – 12 PM Competition Events
9:30 – 11:00 AM Campsite inspections
12 - 1 PM Lunch (hard stop/start for Lunch)
1 – 4:00 PM Competition Events Continue
4PM – 5PM Troop Tug of War Competition
5 PM Patrol and Master Scoresheets are due to the Scorekeeper
5 - 7:50 PM Supper and Skit Practice
7:50 PM Formation for Campfire at Stage
8:00 PM Campfire Program including Troop, Patrol & Arrow of Light Awards
11:00 PM Taps - quiet time strictly observed
SUNDAY
7:00 AM Reveille
7:00 - 8:20 AM Breakfast
8:30 - 9:30 AM Worship Service, and Closing (cannot break camp during worship service)
9:30 - 10:30 AM Break camp and depart for home
All trash and recycle must be placed in proper bins
“One Oath, One Law, Many Adventures”
DATE: October 28 - 30, 2016
TIME: 4:00 PM Friday until 11:00 AM Sunday PURPOSE:
The Shelby District Camporee offers an opportunity for all Troops, Crews, Cub Scouts and Leaders to gather once a year and enjoy the fellowship of others. It allows Scouts the chance to showcase their Scouting principles and have fun while demonstrating scout skills. It is an excellent way for Troops to compare their program with others in Shelby County and gather new ideas for their Scouts. The Shelby District Camporee staff’s main objective is to offer a safe, fun and enlightening experience for all Boy Scouts, Crew Members, Webelos, Arrow of Light scouts, and Adult Volunteers in Shelby District. To that end, we always welcome feedback and suggestions on how we can improve the Camporee in Shelby District. Please forward all feedback to Jay Elliott at .
It is also an opportunity to expose the Webelos and Arrow of Light scouts to Boy Scouts and to encourage them to continue in the Scouting program.
LOCATION: University of Montevallo, Montevallo, Alabama. A Scout is Courteous... please respect the areas that are open to the public during the weekend.
REGISTRATION: October 7, 2016 is the registration deadline Registration forms and checks made payable to: “BSA Shelby District Camporee” must be mailed to arrive no later than 10/07/2016 to:
ATTN: Shelby District Camporee Greater Alabama Council
P.O. Box 43307
Birmingham, AL 35243
You may also drop off your registration and payment at the Scout Office.
Campsites are pre-assigned based on pre-registration numbers. It is very important to include estimated number of Webelos, Arrow of Light scouts, and parents that will be camping Saturday night to ensure enough space is allocated.
COST: Boy Scouts and Leaders - $20.00 each
Arrow of Light scouts and Adults Camping Saturday Night - $15.00 each
Webelos and Adults Day Only - $10.00 each
Arrow of Light scouts/parents MUST register with their host troops.
Registration after 7 Oct 2016 will not be guaranteed camping space or a patch.
If extra patches are available, they may be purchased for $5.00 each.
BSA ARRIVAL: Scout Troops should arrive between 4:00 and 8:00 PM Friday. Camporee Staff will meet your unit. Only a limited number of vehicles carrying supplies will be allowed in the front of your campsite to offload gear. Once you have unloaded Scouts and their personal gear, vehicles must be moved to the assigned parking area. Trailers may stay at campsite provided they are at the back of your area.
BSA CHECK-IN: While the Troop sets camp, the Scoutmaster or designated representative should come to Camporee Headquarters and complete the registration process. This is the last opportunity to update the final attendance numbers and to make late payments.
PARKING: No vehicles will be allowed in the campsites other than trailers. Boy Scouts, Arrow of Light scouts, and parents will use University of Montevallo assigned area for Friday and Saturday overnight parking.
DRESS: Field (Class A) uniforms are required for all Scouts and Leaders when arriving and departing the Camporee as well as attendance at the Campfire program Saturday night and the Sunday Worship Service. At all other times, an Activity (Class B) uniform is in order.
TRASH: Trash disposal is the responsibility of each Troop. Dumpsters will be provided. Do not place trash bags in small trash cans or recycle containers. Take trash to the trash dumpsters!
RECYCLE: Each Troop must demonstrate their commitment to “GREEN” by recycling and using appropriate containers and dumpsters.
SPL MEETING: Senior Patrol Leaders are expected to attend on time prepared with pencil, paper and patrol break down. SPL’s should also be prepared to turn in a written copy of their skit or song on a completed skit form.
CAMPFIRES: There will be NO CAMPFIRES on the ground in the campsites. Fires 12 or more inches off the ground can be used in campsites. Charcoal fires may be used provided they are up off the ground, in an appropriate grill and the ashes are properly disposed of after the event; not dumped on the ground. The grills used must protect the grass from any damage, including falling embers.
ANT BEDS: There are a number of ant beds on the camping area, suggest each troop bring insecticide or a way to stay out of ant beds.
BSA EVENTS: Troops and Crews will compete in ten events that cross the spectrum of scouting skills. The Scouts will be tested using their individual skills, teamwork and problem solving abilities.
SATURDAY NIGHT CAMPFIRE: All Troops are expected to attend the Campfire Program. We will gather at the Fire Ring at 8:00 PM Saturday evening for Troop on time roll call. Each troop is expected to perform a Song or Skit. Troop, Patrol, and Arrow of Light awards will be presented during the campfire program.
BSA COMPETITION
Patrol event scores will be accumulated and the Troop score in each event will be the average score of each troop’s patrols.
The top Patrols in each event will be recognized at the Campfire Saturday Evening. Troop Camporee awards will also be presented at the Saturday evening campfire. The following is the breakdown on how to earn points and their value:
Participation: We want all Scouts to be with their unit ALL day to contribute and participate. Therefore, all Patrol members should stay together throughout the competition.
Patrol Events:
Flint and Steel/String Burn – 20 minutes– 10 points
Knot Tying Relay – 20 minutes – 10 points
Stretcher Relay - 20 minutes - 10 points
Flag Pole setup and Raising 20 minutes - 10 points
Kim’s Game - 20 minutes - 10 points
Lifesaving with Rescue Rope - 20 minutes - 10 points
Focus Ring – 20 minutes - 10 points
Scout Trivia - 20 minutes - 10 points
Obstacle Course- 20 minutes - 10 points
Rainfly Assembly Relay – 20 minutes - 10 points
Patrols will earn a minimum of 2 pts at each event.
Gateway: Gateway is to be free standing with no dug holes in the ground. Points are awarded for the structure; American and Troop flags; and neat, appropriate knots and lashings. It is worth 25 points and is included in the campsite inspection. See Inspection Sheet.
Campsite Inspection: Sites will be inspected and points awarded for general organization, cleanliness, food stored properly, first aid kits and fire safety equipment accessible, Troop and personal gear secured, site safety, gateway, and other items. No Scouts should be present at the time of inspection and no more than one Adult leader in campsite. Evidence and proper usage of the “BSA Green Effort” or recycle program will also be scored.
75 pts for Campsite plus 25 pts for Gateway Total Inspection 100 pts. See Inspection Sheet.
The total possible Camporee points for each troop is 200 pts.
Tug of War: There will be a Troop Tug of War competition. One team of 8 per troop. See Event Section for details.
HOSTING TROOP EVENTS
A successful Camporee requires volunteers from all Troops to share their expertise, skills and resources.
Flag Ceremony and Bugler: The Troops performing the Saturday Opening Flag Ceremony and Closing Ceremony on Sunday may, if they have available, use an accomplished bugler. If one is available, the Bugler will also sound Taps and Reveille on Saturday and Sunday at the correct times. Troops should be prepared with American Flag, pole, rope and Bugler.
Worship Service: Troop performing the Sunday Worship Service should provide programs and prayer appropriate for an interfaith service.
Campfire: A Troop will have the opportunity to host the Saturday evening campfire program. They will be responsible for lighting, and a program including skits and songs from Troops. The OA will also perform at the campfire.
Host an Event: There are 10 competitive events. Each event will be directed by 2 Leaders from a Troop that has volunteered to Host the event. The hosts will be responsible for providing all materials needed for the event. The 2 Leaders will be responsible for meeting with Danny Goggins prior to the Camporee to understand completely the nature of the event, how it is to be run and scored, and to manage the volunteer leaders assigned to that event during the competitions. The host leaders will also be responsible for securing any additional volunteers needed for the event. The event assignments will be provided prior to the Camporee.
Volunteers are always appreciated.
EVENT COMMITMENT
Near the conclusion of the September Roundtable, we will be asking for volunteers for any event or position that does not yet have a host troop. If no volunteers are found, a drawing from the district’s uncommitted troops will be held for the remaining host or volunteer positions.
Contact Danny Goggins prior to the event for instructions:
Camporee 2016 Stations
Station / Host Troop / Contact Person / Event Volunteers / Extra Volunteers1. Flint and Steel
String Burn / Troop 548 / Jim Mosely / Jim Mosely
Frank Helms
2. Knot Tying Relay
3. Stretcher Relay / Troop 55 / Eric Prestridge
4. Flag Pole Set-up/
Raising Relay
5. Kim’s Game / Troop 2 / Dr. Larry Lee
6. Lifesaving/
Rope Rescue / Troop 367 / David Luthin
7. Focus Ring
8. Scout Trivia
9. Obstacle Course / Troop 71 / Tony Goodman / Tony Goodman
Bob Douglas
10. Rainfly Assembly
Tug of War
Troop Competition / Troop 547 / Grady Masterson
Main Events
General: There will be ten competitive events starting at 10 AM on Saturday and concluding at 4:00 PM with a break for lunch. This will be done on rotation as patrols. Number of patrols for a troop will be determined in accordance with the registered Camporee troop size.
Troop Size = # of Patrols:
1-8 = 1
9-11 = 1 or 2
12-16 = 2
17-21 = 2 or 3
22-26 = 3
27-31 = 3 or 4
32-36 = 4
Scoring: The troop score will be the average of their patrols score. Events will be based on a Patrol size of 8. A total of 100 points will be available, 10 points per competitive event. Teams are to turn in their score sheets to the scorekeeper, Mr. Bobby Lewis, at the end of the last event and no later than 5pm.
Tug of War: This will be a District wide Troop event beginning at 4pm. Each troop may enter one team of 8 scouts. It will be single elimination until we have a winner. No points will be awarded for this event. Top 3 teams will be recognized at the campfire.
Uniforms: Class B will be worn throughout the competition events and a water bottle (or equivalent) is highly suggested for each Scout.
Grader Specific: All stations must be set up by 9:00 AM Saturday morning. The event leaders will meet at 9pm Friday evening to finalize events. Record each team’s score on both their score sheet and a master sheet for your event. Ensure that you have all materials to man your event and backups as required. For any subjective scoring decisions just use your own discretion and be consistent. In addition, mark off a staging area for any teams that will need to wait to start.
In case of rain: Be Prepared.
Recognition: Top Patrol performances in each event will be recognized at the campfire on Saturday night. Troop performance will be recognized based on Campsite Inspection and Competition Events scores. Arrow of Light awards will also be presented at campfire.
STRING BURN
EQUIPMENT: Provided by Host Troop – Flint and steel, five (5) cotton balls, wood shavings, and sticks. Enough supplies for 3 stations.
ACTION: All patrol members participate. Two strings will be stretched between vertical sticks, one 12 inches above the ground, and the other 18 inches above the ground. On the starting signal, timing begins. Each patrol prepares a fire and lights it with the flint and steel. When laying the fire, wood can only be a maximum of 12 inches above the ground. No grass, leaves, pine needles or artificial fuel may be used. When the first string burns through, stand back. From that point on, do not touch or blow on the fire. Time is stopped when the second string is burned through.