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A Scout in Camelot
CANYON MOON RANCH FLORENCE
OCT 13TH – 14TH
Optional 2nd Night Stay for Units on 14TH
Version 2 - Published 09/01/2017 CHANGES IN RED
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IMPORTANT NOTE ON WATER AT VENUE WE HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED. …..
IT IS NOT POTABLE PLEASE BRING IN WATER FOR YOUR CAMPING. WE WILL HAVE GOTT COOLERS
WITH WATER AT ALL ACTIVITIES AND THERE WILL BE A WATER TANK ONSITE.
DATE CHANGE NOW OCTOBER 13TH AND 14TH WITH EXTRA NIGHT ON SATURDAY FOR THE UNITS WHO
WISH TO STAY. NO OTHER CHANGES TO THE SCHEDULE.
o Parking: Upon arrival, the Camporee Staff will direct you to the designated Parking areas. There is no parking in the campsites Speed limit in camp is 5 MPH for safety and to reduce the dust / allergen level. There is designated parking for vehicles with trailers which may remain attached to the vehicle. Separate area for vehicles without trailers as well. Designated trailer unloading zone.
1. Log Suspension
They have six ropes of different lengths and size.
A single stake is placed 25 ft. from the fence post frame.
The patrol will have to tie a series of different knots using six ropes, about ten feet long each.
Section of fencing where the cross bar will be lashed to
The cross bar needs to be diagonally lashed on one side and square lashed on the other side to the
two fence post to create a way to suspend the log.
Squires are to use all the knots listed below to lash the cross beam and then suspend the log
The connecting rope to make the taut line to the stake in ground. You use the overhand loop to
connect them.
So starting from the stake,( 1st knot) two half hitches to (2nd knot) taut line (1st rope) to the (3rd
knot)overhand loop to the (4th knot) bowline (2nd rope) to the (5th knot) sheet bend (3rd rope)
with bonus (6th knot) sheep shank to (7th knot) square knot (4th rope) to the (8th knot) timber hitch
around the log. The cross bar has a (9th knot) square lashing and (10th knot) diagonal lashing.
If there are less than 10 squires in a patrol members will go more than one time to complete the 10
knots per patrol.
3. Tossing the Sheaf
The sheaf is a burlap or plastic bag filled with straw,
The sheaf is thrown over a crossbar for distance with a snow shovel or equivalent.
There are three distance lines that can be thrown from a 4ft, 8ft, 12ft distance from the target.
Each scout is allowed three attempts.
The Scout may start at which ever distance they chose.
They may go up in distance on subsequent throws but not back
Example scout begins on 8 ft. mark for first throw can continue using the 8 ft. mark or go to the 12 ft. but cannot
go down in distance only up once they have started
in order to advance to the next longest distance then he must clear the distance he is throwing on before going
to the next distance.
A scout can chose to throw from the same distance for all three throws.
If there are less than 10 squires in a patrol members will go more than one time to complete the ten turns per
patrol. Total of 30 throws per patrol
The bag must go over the bar within the uprights. The bag is allowed to touch the bar and roll over.
The total number of points is tallied per patrol. There will be a time limit for the event MAXIMUM 10
MINUTES PER PATROL
6. King Arthur’s Ye Olde Fire (fire building)
All brave squires will create a wood fire structure and start the fire to cook an imaginary beast on the spit (the
twine). Time is stopped when twine on the top burns through or the beast is cooked well done.
Squires of the Roundtable may only use the material provided.
Two rods are stuck in the ground about two feet apart
Twine is stretched across the rods 12-18” above ground.
Material including wood planks, logs, tinder and kindling will be provided and only two matches.
They cannot hold the match or any other fire starter under the twine.
Each patrol will be provided with materials and place to build a fire.
They will build the fire within the confines of the area provided (pan).
The wood stack will not exceed the height of the lower string.
The patrol will light the fire using standard matches that are provided
The patrol may bring flint only NO LIGHTERS OR COMMERCIAL SCRATCH LIGHTERS
Light the fire and burn the upper string all the way through.
The event will be timed total of six minutes
o A 30 second time penalty will be added if the Camporee staff has to provide more than two matches
o A 10 second time bonus will be subtracted for a patrol that starts the fire with only one match.
7. Traveling to the Crusades
5 squires will participate at a time but all the patrol will participate and some scouts may
participate twice in this event. The first squire will be the only member who is not blindfolded and will be member giving he
directions on which way to go. It is imperative the members of the patrol listen to the member who is not blindfolded to stay on course
One squire will carry a tote bag with supplies for their travels
While standing with one foot on each of the boards that make up the crossing bar, the patrol members must grasp ropes attached to the board
Each squire will have to go in step with their fellow squire to move the crossing bar across the battlefield and stay on course.
Once the crossing bar begins to move no squire’s feet may touch the ground.
Penalties will be given for squires who step off the board once they have stepped on to begin the course.
A time penalty will be assessed whenever a squire steps off the crossing board Scoring is based on the time it takes to complete the course by the patrol members and deducts
points for stepping off the board or touching the ground.
8. Catapult
The troop/patrol must provide their own supplies according to the equipment list below for the catapult building. They
will not be provided by Camporee.
You will be able to leave your catapult supplies on your trailers which will be parked very
near to the field catapults are being held on.
The catapult that is described here will throw a quart size sand bag several hundred feet. Obviously if you reduce the
dimensions of the components the distances you can throw will change accordingly.
The patrol will have three throws and the score will be cumulative of all throws distance
The entire must be present to compete in the event
Limit of 4 pullers per catapult and one gunner who loads the sand
Contents
Pages
Contact for Camporee Committee 5
Camporee 2017 Directions to Canyon Moon Ranch 6
Registration Information/Fees/Deadlines 7
Schedule of Events/Important Information 8-10
Attendance/Guests 10-11
Check-in and Check-Out 11-13
Campground Rules 13-14
Fire & Emergency Alarms/Wilderness Area Warning/Parking/Traffic/Safety 14
Attire/Camporee Patches/Patrol Skills Competition 15
Events 16-23
Award Ceremony 24
Poison-Less Mystery Cooking Contest 24-25
Tips for Camporee/Tour Leaders Checklist 25-26
Form for Campsite Inspection (form must be turned in) 27
Form for Mystery Cook Off (form must be turned in) 28
Campsite Inspection Scoring Sheet 29
Camporee Survey Form 30
Contact Information
Camporee
Committee Position Email
Lynne Snyder
Paul Snyder
Paul and Lynne Snyder
District Civic and Activities
Chairman
District Vice-Chairman
and ADC
Camporee Chairs
480-694-1799
Camporee email
https://grandcanyonbsa.wixsite.com/desertwells
FACEBOOK--https://www.facebook.com/Desert-Wells-
District-Civic-and-Activities-Committee-317173468740513/
Lynn LeSueur
District Commissioner
Scott McKee
Dave Giles
Troy Dawson
Chris Loving
2017 Camporee Superstition District Co-
Volunteer Chair
2017 Camporee Desert Wells District Co-
Volunteer Chair
Volunteer Chair mentor
Scott Robert
Steven Cain
Scoring
Lars Evans and Jeannie Evans
Campsite Inspection
Kelli Robinson Registration/Check In
Teri Mikita and
Cameron Jones
Camporee Staff
Volunteers Meal Preparation
LOCATION
Welcome to 2017 Annual Camporee at Canyon Moon Ranch 20585 E Price Rd,
Florence, AZ 85132 off of Hwy 79 between Hunt Highway and Arizona Farms Rd.
From : U.S. 60 at Apache Junction, AZ
Head southeast on US-60 E/Superstition Fwy 10.5 mi
Take exit 212 for AZ-79 S toward Florence/Tucson 0.5 mi
Turn right onto AZ-79 S (signs for Arizona 79 S/Florence/Tucson) 13.8 mi
Turn left onto E Price Rd/E Price Station Rd 2.4 mi
Turn left to stay on E Price Rd/E Price Station Rd 240 ft
Turn right 0.2 mi
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From: Queen Creek, Johnson Ranch, San Tan Valley or Gilbert
W Hunt Hwy San Tan Valley, AZ
Head southeast on W Hunt Hwy 17.7 mi
Turn left onto N Pinal Pkwy Ave *Hwy 79 0.2 mi
Turn right onto E Price Rd/E Price Station Rd 2.4 mi
Turn left to stay on E Price Rd/E Price Station Rd 240 ft
Turn right 0.2 mi
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Cost for Boy Scout Camporee Registration will be via the district website this year and there are two options. One the unit may register online and chose to mail their check to council or payment with a credit card or check online. We will also accept payment for online registration at the August, September and October Roundtables at Desert Wells location for check payments. In the online registration please indicate the number of patrols you will bring The patrols are a maximum size of 10 scouts and a suggested number of 5-8 scouts. Units with less than 5 scouts will be combined with another small troop/patrol to ensure even competition. If you know this ahead of time please email [email protected] so we can notate this prior to check in. This is a non-refundable event please register and pay for 70% of the scouts and adults you expect to attend. Additional participants can be added at check in based on fees in effect at original registration time. Those troops who will be staying Saturday night do not pay additional fees
Early bird registration is from August 1st -Sept 22nd
$12 per scout $7 per adult Please note first two adults per troop are free after this adult fee will apply
After September 23rd
$16 per scout $11 per adult NO FREE LEADERS
Last date to register online is Oct. 9th Notify Camporee Committee by 10/12 for any accommodations for special needs including adults needing
electricity for medical devices. We will work to accommodate all requests
NEW unit registrations will be accepted at Camporee check and an additional $20 per troop on-site registration fee will be added to
the $16 per scout & $11 per adult charges
Camporee Schedule
*Times may change for events or award ceremony if necessary we will stick to schedule as closely as
possible
Friday Oct 13th
4- 8 PM Check in Receive Campsite Assignment and Set up Camp after Check In
9:30 pm Campfire at Raised Stage for all scouts and leaders as well as volunteers. Important information will be given about the camporee events and is a time for scout spirit and activities. Please attend this campfire. Please Bring Chairs! It is on the raised stage area only
10:00 pm at Headquarters Ramada Turn in campsite inspection forms and mystery cook off forms after opening campfire Pick up mystery ingredients for cook-off on Friday night *Turn in times will be posted for mystery cook off on Saturday after 9 am at the Headquarters Ramada
10:00 pm CAMPOREE STAFF VOLUNTEERS (CSV’S) ONLY Cracker-barrel at Headquarters Ramada.
All CSV’s will receive a wristband to identify them as an event volunteer and tickets for their meals. All CSV’s must be on the volunteer list.
Saturday Oct 14th
6-7 am Breakfast in campsites
7:30 am Opening Ceremonies
*Everyone must be at the Raised Stage to be receive any last minute instructions
7:45 am Events begin and end at 3 pm. Please adhere to the assigned times for your patrol
11:15 am – 1 pm Lunch
Events will run all day long with a break for lunch which includes time for those
participating in the cook off to prepare their meal and turn it in. Events will be open
during for patrols who have missed an event in the am. Assigned times will resume at 1
pm
Mystery Ingredient Cook Off Drop Times
Group A Drop off Meal 1215-1235 pm
Group B Drop off Meal 1235-1255 pm
Group C Drop off Meal 1255-115 pm
4 pm Awards Ceremony *subject to change if needed
*patrols must be present to win. If the troop leaves before the awards ceremony they
will forfeit their awards.
CAMP TEARDOWN: After the afternoon events are
completed, camps can be torn down and policed.
Important Information
o Ramada Headquarters: This is the Staff Headquarters. It hosts Volunteer Meeting, Scoring and First Aid. This is where all mystery cooking entries will be delivered for judging. Please use this location to inquire with any questions or comments.
o Campsites:
o Troops will be camping according to district patrol/stakes. o More than one troop will be assigned to each campsite. Campsites are marked for by
number and colored sign that coordinates with the troop wristband o Please remember you will be sharing the site with 4-5 other troops o Please follow these boundaries (fluorescent 1 ½ inch tape) and do not make changes
without permission of the Camporee Committee. Each troop is expected to mark the boundaries of their area and erect something identifying their troop number.
o You will have to walk to your campsites with your gear the campsites are laid out in a grid pattern no driving space.
o Parking is closer this year as we have moved the campsites next to the graveled lot. The lot and other alternative parking areas will be marked off with plastic flag ropes. We ask that units with large trailers park in the auxiliary lot after unloading to allow for more room
o Camporee Staff Volunteers (CSV): Will be in a separate area for camping. A section for
female leaders and crews that require a separate area for camping has been designated. Other adult volunteers are welcome and encouraged to camp with their troop or may camp in the area with the other volunteers. All volunteers must be registered and notify the
committee of their camping preference. We ask that volunteers who do not come up with their units ask for the directions to parking which will not be in the main parking lot
o Raised Stage: Will be utilized for nighttime campfire, opening ceremonies. Please Bring
Chairs! Please be on the stage not the grass in the front
o Restrooms, Trash and Water: Portable restrooms will be located throughout the area. Please utilize these facilities only. Please remember to clean up after your troop in these facilities. All scouts are practicing LEAVE NO TRACE. Each unit is required to pack out all trash. Water is not potable there will be a water truck on site and gott coolers located around the events for drinking. Please bring in your water for your camp use.
o Event Space: A map will be provided at check in with locations. Please stick to the event
and camping areas only as this is a working ranch and we do not wish to interfere with their operations. Map will also be at Headquarters Ramada where you can check all activity locations.
o Parking: Upon arrival, the Camporee Staff will direct you to the designated Parking areas.
There is no parking in the campsites Speed limit in camp is 5 MPH for safety and to reduce the dust / allergen level. There is designated parking for vehicles with trailers which may remain attached to the vehicle. Separate area for vehicles without trailers as well. Designated trailer unloading zone.
o Fires: THERE ARE NO FIRES ON THE GROUND. ALL FIRES MUST BE IN AN ELEVATED FIRE PIT. ALL REMANENTS OF THE FIRE MUST BE TAKEN BACK WITH YOU INCLUDING ASHES. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE WAYS TO EXTENGUISH YOUR FIRE AS THERE IS NOT WATER READILY AVAILABLE AT EACH CAMPSITE.
o Safety Patrol: These leaders will be assisting with parking, fire safety, water distribution at events and campsite locations during camporee
Attendance / Guests
o Admission to the camp and participation in scout events / activities is limited to registered
members of the BSA Grand Canyon Council (e.g. Boy Scouts, Scout Leaders and Council/District Leaders). Unit Leaders are to inform their invited guests that they are expected to behave according to the principles of the Scout Oath & Law, and adhere to Youth Protection Guidelines and Guide to Safe Scouting. Invited guests are to be advised to please stay with your Pack or Troop.
o Any persons who are not registered with GCCBSA or are officially registered / paid as a
participant of the District Camporee or have permission from a participating unit leader or
Camporee Staff Advisor will not Be permitted to either enter the campground or camp overnight.
o Unit Leaders must provide a list of all invited guests to the Camporee Registration Staff upon
the unit’s arrival. Anyone who has not registered prior to Camporee is required to check-in at camp registration station CHANGES/PROBLEMS.
Check-In / Check-Out Check-In
o Gates will open on October 20Th at 4:00 pm. Participants should NOT plan to arrive before this
time. Please be aware that we have a large number of vehicles arriving and lines may form at
any time. Our goal is to check you in and get you to your drop-off / parking area / campsite as
quickly and safely as possible
o CHANGE THIS YEAR
o Registered Units will not need to leave their cars to check in.
Exceptions to this drive thru check in are:
o Adding leaders and/or scouts
o Scout patrols less than 5 people who will be combined with other
small patrols so that they can compete equally
o Units who are not registered
o Two lines for check in and you will pick up your packet
o If you have scouts and leaders arriving later they will be directed to park and told that
you have checked in
o Directed to parking and your campsite
o All vehicles with trailers will go to the trailer parking area and all other vehicles will be parked
tightly in the parking lot. There will be a trailer unloading area but you will have to carry your
items to your campsite.
o Each packet will contain o Map of the facilities, schedule for your troop to be at assigned events, color coordinated
wristbands based on your schedule and they will have a unique identifier used for
scoring. Please do not remove your wristbands for the remainder of the camporee.
Every scout must have a wristband to participate in the events please. This helps us to
keep a close count on everybody on site.
o We hope that assigning patrols to be at certain events during certain times will help to eliminate the mass of scouts going to one event at the beginning.
o Please ensure that you have all you’re of paperwork it may be checked at some time but not at check in.
o ADDITION OF SCOUTS AND OR LEADER CHANGE 2017 HOW TO DO THIS
o If a unit needs to pay for additional scouts or leaders your troop’s vehicles will be asked to pull off in the designated parking marked by signs that say CHANGES
The scoutmaster or their designee will need to be the only one that gets down and comes to the table and adds leaders or scouts and completes payment
Additional wristbands will be given for scouts added The fee paid for adding the scouts or adults on at check in are based on the fee
that you paid at initial registration. Example if you registered your troop before
the Early Bird deadline had expired then additional participants are at that price,
not the regular attendee price)
o Payments made be made in cash, check or credit card this year o Receipts will be sent via email. o Increase in number of patrols from what your registered
If you bring additional scouts and those additions put you over the 10 scouts to a patrol please bring all your wristbands back to the check in table so we can get the wristbands identified correctly for scoring by splitting your troop into the correct number of patrols (max of 10 scouts per patrol).
o Remember that this is a non-refundable event and you will not be reimbursed for scouts or adults who are unable to attend. Health Forms and Permission Slips are the responsibility of the unit to have but do not have to be turned into camp staff.
o TROOPS/PATROLS UNDER 5 SCOUTS CHANGE 2017 HOW TO CHECK IN
o If a have registered or brought less than 5 scouts total the troop’s vehicles will be asked to pull off in the designated parking marked by signs that say CHANGES
The scoutmaster or their designee will need to be the only one that gets down and comes to the table
Wristbands will be modified to show the combined patrols and the SM will be given the location and name of the other troop/patrol
It is that leaders responsibility to meet up with each other to coordinate their combined participation
Each patrol will need to have a minimum of 5 scouts to participate in events and those patrols with less than 5 will be combined with other small patrols
Combined patrols each receive ribbons for events that they win for their individual troop
o This makes the competition of events fair and equal to everyone. o We will do our best to assign the troops/patrols with others in their stake/patrol when
possible
o TROOPS NOT PRE REGISTERED FOR CAMPOREE o If your troop has not registered for camporee the troops vehicles will be asked to pull
off in the designated parking marked by signs that say CHANGES The scoutmaster or their designee will need to be the only one that gets down
and comes to the table and registers all scouts and leaders and makes payment including an additional $20 fee for onsite registration plus the fees indicated next
Fees are $16 per scout & $11 per adult
Packets will be distributed with all necessary items to the troop after they are checked in
Check Out o Units are able to breakdown their campsites after the last of afternoon events. Units
are to remain for the awards ceremony and then may leave afterwards. A unit must be present to win, if the unit has left already and were one of the units picked for an award they will forfeit this award by leaving early before the ceremony.
o The exit for Camporee will be at the far gate leading to the newer paved road at the down the road from parking. You will not be able to leave the way you entered as that will be blocked for an event.
CAMPSITE RULES
o BSA “Guide to Safe Scouting”: All units are expected to know and adhere to requirements established in the guidebook.
o Fires: Unattended fires are not permitted and must be in ELEVATED FIRE PITS ONLY. NO FIRES MAY BE STARTED ON THE GROUND. Additional
fire restrictions may be in force depending on weather conditions, please plan for alternative cooking arrangements if necessary.
o Water: Potable water spigots are around the property but not in each campsite. Each unit is
responsible for disposing of wastewater properly. Washing of dishes, clothes, or other articles is NOT permitted at the spigot locations. Scouts are not to play at water collection locations.
o Camp cleanliness: Each unit is responsible for keeping their camp and any common areas
around their camp, clean and presentable.
o Personal Cleanliness: Each unit is responsible for the cleanliness of all unit members.
o o Campsite: Scouts and Scouters must remain within the boundaries of the event space. No
hiking outside of the event space
o First Aid: Be prepared to handle all minor first aid cases in your unit’s area. First Aid emergencies beyond the capacity of your unit should be brought to Headquarters Ramada. All First Aid situations must also be reported to the Camporee Staff regardless of severity please do not call 911 prior to seeking help from Headquarters.
o Transportation: Transportation to and from camp is the responsibility of the unit. All
transportation must be in accordance with the rules of the Grand Canyon Council. Under NO circumstances are passengers to be carried in truck beds, or outside of vehicles.
o Trash: Please bag all your trash and take with you when you leave. Leave no trash please
remember “Leave No Trace”
o Our Neighbors: BSA enjoy good relations with our neighbors and ask units to observe Scout courtesy, not only to them but also to all persons en-route to and from camp.
o Damages: The unit is expected to pay for any damages caused by its members to the
property or equipment.
o Strictly Prohibited: Absolutely NO alcoholic beverages permitted. Firearms and weapons of any kind are also prohibited. Fireworks of any type are prohibited
o Strictly Prohibited: No motor homes, camp trailers or other RV’s are allowed beyond
parking lot, No ATV’s, no smoking, no pets
o Noise: Should be kept to a minimum after 11 pm.
o Damages/Repairs: Any repairs or damages should be reported to the Camporee Staff before leaving. If the damage occurred while the units were present during this camporee, the specific units in the campsite will be responsible for the cost of the repair.
o Strictly Prohibited: Moving or relocating, markers of campsite boundaries, or rocks etc. is
strictly prohibited.
Fire and Emergency Alarms
If the emergency alarm sounds (air horn), all campers are instructed to stop whatever they are doing immediately and regroup at the raised stage. Unit Leaders will take a head count. Everyone will receive instructions. . ALL DRIVERS MUST KEEP THEIR KEYS WITH THEM AT ALL TIMES. Wilderness area warning You should be aware that this is a rural area. There are, among other things, wild animals native to this area including mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, deer, raccoon, rattlesnakes, mice, spiders, ticks, ants, and mosquitoes. These animals/insects are wild and must be left alone. Some of the smaller animals can get into tents, packs, clothes, food bags, etc. Keep all food and scented items stored appropriately so as not to attract these animals. - - - DO NOT STORE FOOD IN YOUR TENTS! --- Be prepared to handle exposure to seasonal Poison Ivy.
Attire
The skills competition will be in Class B or appropriate themed attire. All patrol members are expected to be in uniform with each other; themed spirit items within the patrol are encouraged. Running cleats or special competitive clothing is not permitted. No inappropriate costumes or clothes are permitted (examples: Swim suits, Female attire on males, etc...). Scouts must wear a shirt. No firearms, including toys, props, and replicas are permitted. Any such weapons will be confiscated.
Camporee Patches
Special designed Camporee patches will be provided to each unit leader for each registered/ paid participant (youth and adult). Patches may be picked up by SM on Saturday at Headquarters Ramada after 11 am. Temporary patches are worn on the right shirt pocket.
***Patrol Skills Competition
The events will be completed utilizing the patrol method. The ideal size of a patrol is 5-8. No more than 10 boys per patrol will be allowed. If there are circumstances that prevent a patrol to be smaller than 5 scouts please email the committee on an individual basis so units can be identified and combined prior to arrival if at all possible. The only event that is not judged on a patrol basis is the Campsite Inspection which is optional as this is a separate judging and does not average into your patrols scores for competitive events. If your troop wants to be eligible for the OVERALL AWARD your troop with all its patrols must participate in all events, the Mystery Item Cook off, and campsite inspection. Patrols will compete individually. Scouts may not switch between patrols. Please remember to adhere to the Scout Oath and Law when participating in all scouting events and activities. Adults will not participate in the Camporee Competitive Events. During the day’s events the scoutmasters/adult leaders may take a break in the Scout Master Lair near the Headquarters Ramada look for signage and enjoy lemonade, water, shade and snacks. Please remember adults only.
Judging
The decisions of the Event Staff and Camporee Adult Leaders are final. Any concerns must first be addressed between the Unit SPL’s and Camporee SPL’s and, if unresolved, between the Unit and
Adult Staff Leaders. Please remember that Camporee is staffed by adult and youth volunteers and they are doing their best to execute a complex series of events and your cooperation with them is most appreciated.
Competitive Events
Events will be completed according to the provided schedule located in the folder provided to each patrol at check in. Patrols will be scheduled to start and rotate through events based on their wristband color. Additional schedules will be posted at all events and around camp. Each troop must have ALL EVENTS ON THEIR PASSPORT LIST SIGNED OFF. Please remember that in order to be in the running for the Overall Award the patrol must participate in all events. Patrol Flag: Each patrol is encouraged to prepare a patrol flag consistent with the medieval theme and representing their patrols colors as indicated by the wristband color chart below Wristband Color Chart Boulder Creek RED Clearview NEON BLUE Desert Ridge ORANGE East Mark YELLOW Flat Iron PURPLE Mesa Skyline DARK BLUE Peralta Trails SILVER Globe KELLY GREEN Salt River CRANBERRY Red Mountain METALLIC GOLD Queen Creek KELLY GREEN Queen Creek Central NEON BLUE Queen Creek Chandler Heights ORANGE Queen Creek East PURPLE
Queen Creek North METALLIC SILVER Queen Creek South RED Queen Creek West YELLOW San Tan Valley DARK BLUE San Tan Valley North CRANBERRY Community units METALLIC GOLD
Events
Events are all day long 730-300 Schedule will be in welcome packet at check in
1. Log Suspension
They have six ropes of different lengths and size.
A single stake is placed 25 ft. from the fence post frame.
The patrol will have to tie a series of different knots using six ropes, about ten feet long each.
Section of fencing where the cross bar will be lashed to
The cross bar needs to be diagonally lashed on one side and square lashed on the other side to the
two fence post to create a way to suspend the log.
Squires are to use all the knots listed below to lash the cross beam and then suspend the log
The connecting rope to make the taut line to the stake in ground. You use the overhand loop to
connect them.
So starting from the stake,( 1st knot) two half hitches to (2nd knot) taut line (1st rope) to the (3rd
knot)overhand loop to the (4th knot) bowline (2nd rope) to the (5th knot) sheet bend (3rd rope)
with bonus (6th knot) sheep shank to (7th knot) square knot (4th rope) to the (8th knot) timber hitch
around the log. The cross bar has a (9th knot) square lashing and (10th knot) diagonal lashing.
If there are less than 10 squires in a patrol members will go more than one time to complete the 10
knots per patrol.
2. Jousting to Slay the Dragon
Each patrol will need four squires and one knight (scout). *5 participants where Scouts are known as Squires
The knight will mount their stead that the patrol constructs see instructions below The knight will board his stead with his lance and on signal, the Squires will carry the knight and his lance.
The Squires and Knight will proceed down the course and attempt to thrust their lance through the rings
The knight will collect as many rings as he can in his allocated time. The squire and knight have a total of 15 minutes to build, race and dismantle their stead
The horse must always be in motion and cannot stop to place the lance through the ring. If they do stop they
will receive a time penalty. The course will be the patrol going through once to collect the rings and then returning to the
starting point to dismantle their stead and this is when time
Equipment
o Two 8-foot x 3-inch spars as carrying poles o Four 4-foot x 3-foot platform spars as the seat
o two 20-foot lashing ropes
Procedure
o Lay out the two support spars parallel to one another so they are about 30 inches apart.
o Place the floor spars over the support spars, in the middle and against one another, making sure the ends
extend out from the support spars 2 to 3 inches on either side. o Up against the first floor spar, tie one end of the lashing rope to the platform support with a clove hitch,
leaving enough “tail” at the end to twist around the long end of the rope before continuing. o Close to the clove hitch, make a bight in the running end and on the inside of the platform support, pass it
over the first floor spar. (A bight is formed by doubling back a length of the rope against itself to form a U.) o Grab this bight and pass it underneath the platform support.
o Loop the bight over the first floor spar on the outside of the platform support.
o Tighten both loops around the first floor spar by pulling the running end (extending between the first and second floor spars on top of the platform floor).
o Repeat this process for each floor spar until you reach the other end.
o Secure the running end of the rope to the other end of the platform support, with tight half hitches.
3. Tossing the Sheaf The sheaf is a burlap or plastic bag filled with straw,
The sheaf is thrown over a crossbar for distance with a snow shovel or equivalent.
There are three distance lines that can be thrown from a 4ft, 8ft, 12ft distance from the target.
Each scout is allowed three attempts.
The Scout may start at which ever distance they chose.
They may go up in distance on subsequent throws but not back
Example scout begins on 8 ft. mark for first throw can continue using the 8 ft. mark or go to the 12 ft. but cannot
go down in distance only up once they have started
in order to advance to the next longest distance then he must clear the distance he is throwing on before going
to the next distance.
A scout can chose to throw from the same distance for all three throws.
If there are less than 10 squires in a patrol members will go more than one time to complete the ten turns per
patrol. Total of 30 throws per patrol
The bag must go over the bar within the uprights. The bag is allowed to touch the bar and roll over.
The total number of points is tallied per patrol. There will be a time limit for the event MAXIMUM 10
MINUTES PER PATROL
4. Kingdom Archery Competition Archery is descended from the use of the bow and arrow for military and hunting. It is known to be at least 5000
years old and possibly much older. Organized archery competitions date from no later than 1583 in England, not
long before bows were superseded by firearms in war. Archery has been an Olympic sport since 1900.
The goal is to score as many points as possible in accordance with the rules below.
Each squire member will shoot 3 arrows for score at an archery target. The points will be added up for a patrol
total
If there are less than 10 squires in a patrol squires will go more than one time to complete the ten turns per
patrol. Total of 30 arrows per patrol
5. Battle Knife Toss Through the course of human history, commonplace objects have been pressed into service as weapons. Knives,
by virtue of their ubiquity, are no exception. Besides knives designed for combat, there were many that were
both tools and weapons. Knives could be designed as throwing weapons as well. Knives were always cheaper
than swords and far more available.
The goal is to score as many points as possible in accordance with the rules below.
Each squire will throw 3 knives for score at a designated target.
If there are less than 10 squires in a patrol members will go more than one time to complete the ten turns per
patrol
The score of all knives thrown will be added together then divided by the number of knives thrown by all patrol
members. Total of 30 knife throws per patrol.
6. King Arthur’s Ye Olde Fire (fire building) All brave squires will create a wood fire structure and start the fire to cook an imaginary beast on the spit (the
twine). Time is stopped when twine on the top burns through or the beast is cooked well done.
Squires of the Roundtable may only use the material provided.
Two rods are stuck in the ground about two feet apart
Twine is stretched across the rods 12-18” above ground.
Material including wood planks, logs, tinder and kindling will be provided and only two matches.
They cannot hold the match or any other fire starter under the twine.
Each patrol will be provided with materials and place to build a fire.
They will build the fire within the confines of the area provided (pan).
The wood stack will not exceed the height of the lower string.
The patrol will light the fire using standard matches that are provided
The patrol may bring flint only NO LIGHTERS OR COMMERCIAL SCRATCH LIGHTERS
Light the fire and burn the upper string all the way through.
The event will be timed total of six minutes
o A 30 second time penalty will be added if the Camporee staff has to provide more than two matches
o A 10 second time bonus will be subtracted for a patrol that starts the fire with only one match.
7. Traveling to the Crusades 5 knights will participate at a time but all the patrol will participate and some scouts may
participate twice in this event.
The first knight will be the only member who is not blindfolded and will be the member giving the
directions on which way to go. It is imperative the members of the other knights listen to the knight who is not blindfolded to stay on course
One knight will carry a tote bag with supplies for their travels While standing with one foot on each of the boards that make up the crossing bar, the knights must
grasp ropes attached to the board
Each knight will have to go in step with their fellow knights to move the crossing bar and stay on course across the desert.
Once the crossing bar begins to move no knight’s feet may touch the ground. Penalties will be given for knights who step off the board once they have stepped on to begin the
course. Once they reach the end of the course they will reverse direction with another 5 squires (some
patrol members may go twice)
A time penalty will be assessed whenever a knight steps off the crossing board Scoring is based on the time it takes to complete the course by the patrol members and deducts
points for stepping off the board or touching the ground.
Maximum time for this event 10 minutes
8. Catapult
The troop/patrol must provide their own supplies according to the equipment list below for the
catapult building. They will not be provided by Camporee.
You will be able to leave your catapult supplies on your trailers which will be parked very
near to the field catapults are being held on.
The catapult that is described here will throw a quart size sand bag several hundred feet. Obviously if you reduce the
dimensions of the components the distances you can throw will change accordingly.
The patrol will have three throws and the score will be cumulative of all throws distance
The entire must be present to compete in the event
Limit of 4 pullers per catapult and one gunner who loads the sand
Equipment List
Quantity Item Comments
3 8ft spars (front face) All spars must be good quality. DO NOT use dowelling.
3 15ft spars (back brace)
1 15ft spar (throwing arm) Best results will come from a good but relatively thin spar.
1 3.5ft spar (throwing arm cross piece) Must be strong
50 ft 1/4in or thicker rope Launching rope
7 X 12ft 1/4in rope These are for lashing. I prefer braided nylon or better still,
braided polyester.
1 double pulley or 2 single pulleys Must fit the launching rope above.
1 throwing tin (see diagram below)
2 X 20in 1/4in rope to attach pulley(s) and throwing tin
Step 1 - Build front face triangle
Lay out the 8’ spars as shown in the diagram and lash the spars
together with a square lashing where they cross.
Step 2 - Attach the back supports
Lash the back brace spars to the front face triangle as shown
in the diagram. Note: The two side spars should be lashed to
the inside of the triangle about 2/3 of the way up from the
bottom. The bottom spar should be attached on the outside.
Step 3 - Build the throwing arm
Lash the throwing arm cross piece to the
bottom side of the throwing arm about 3.5Ft back from the
thickest end. If the throwing arm has a curve in it make sure the
apex of the curve is up (see diagram).
Attach the throwing tin to the tip of the
throwing arm.
Step 4 - Assemble the catapult
1. Set the completed throwing arm into the catapult as
shown.
2. Attach the pulley(s) to the end of the lower back
support.
3. Attach the middle of the launching rope with a clove
hitch to the large end of the throwing arm.
4. Run the two ends of the launching rope through the
pulley(s) and lay them back beside the two back
supports.
Step 5 - Safety considerations
1. The excitement of watching the bag sail out and hit its mark is the fun of building a catapult. However, what goes
up will also come down and the throwing arm is no exception. Once the bag is launched all eyes will follow the
balloon and unfortunately not the decent of the arm.
2. One person MUST act as safety control and control the decent of the arm. (see the diagram).
3. This means that they must stand just in front of the catapult and keep their hand on the short end of the
throwing arm.
4. The same person can check the path of the throwing arm before they call "fire" to ensure everyone is clear.
Step 6 - Operation
1. Assign youth to pull the launching ropes. Depending on their strength and size, you can assign several on each
rope.
2. When the water balloon is in the tin and everyone is clear of the arm, the safety control person should yell "fire"
and both ropes pulled.
3. If the throwing arm is heavy then the safety control person may want to assist the throw by pushing down on the
throwing arm extension.
4. (Remember to control the descent of the arm after the bag has been thrown.)
.
Throwing Tin
1. The throwing tin is made from a large coffee tin.
2. The side is cut down to a 8cm (3in) height and the edge is turned over.
3. Two slots .5in wide X 4in long, about 1in apart. (see diagram).
4. Tape the edges with duct tape. (Note: If the tin is to be used on several occasions then add a stiffener that fits
inside the tin between the two slots and extends out to the sides. Hold it in place with more tape!)
Special Note: The distance that this catapult can throw a quart sized bag filled with sand is a related to the square of
the length of the throwing arm i.e. an arm ½ the length will only through it ½ X ½ or ¼ of the distance. In addition the
weight of catapult itself is too light.
Awards Ceremony
The awards ceremony will take place at approximately 4 pm underneath the Ramada
All competing patrols in a troop must be present to win an award or prize.
Check in upon arriving this is very important and will let the scorers know you are present
Answer the roll call when your troop is called.
If your patrol/troop is not present you will forfeit the award and it will be awarded to the next patrol in order.
Please do not leave early and have your troop miss out on the best part of the day.
We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in staying and making this a great Camporee.
Poison-less Mystery Cooking Cook-off
PATROLS PARTICIPATING MUST TURN IN THEIR SIGN UP SHEET AND PICK UP THEIR INGREDIENTS AFTER THE CAMPFIRE AT HEADQUARTERS RAMADA
NO LATER THAN 11PM. Drop off times will be assigned and posted Saturday by 9 am
A Kings Army like a scout troop moves on its stomach. Can your patrol make a delectable dish with the mystery ingredients provided and what you have in your campsite? Event Description:
This event is not scored with the other events and is optional.
All patrols in a troop must participate if the troop wants to be considered for the OVERALL GOLD NUGGET AWARD (see guidelines for eligibility for OVERALL GOLD NUGGET AWARD in guidebook)
If no form is turned in then it will be concluded that your patrol does not
wish to participate.
Each patrol will be given mystery ingredients after Friday night campfire. Drop off times will be posted Saturday morning after 9 am at the Headquarters Ramada. All patrols in a troop will have the same pick up and drop off times for this event.
Please send two members of each of your patrols to the table at the Campfire to pick up these items. The squires will be given the mystery ingredients and a metal container to return the dish into the judges. Please be careful as the metal container does become extremely hot.
Drop off times are staggered
This is a chance to test your cooking skills and creativity. The entry will be judged on taste, creativity, appearance, temperature and overall use the mystery ingredient
GET COOKING!!!!!!
Camporee Success Tips
Some simple guidelines for the event: • When you check in, please give registration the troop number, it will slow down the process as all of our volunteers will not know you based on your chartering organizations name or LDS ward and will not know which ward or stake your troop is assigned to. Thank you for your understanding. • Scoring is based upon all of your scores. The better you are prepared, the better chance you have of winning. • Show spirit and team work, do not argue and bicker. • Don’t forget your patrol flag. Show your scout spirit • Being “Prepared” includes your “10 Essentials”. The basic 10+ Essentials include: pocket knife (totin’ chip), personal first aid kit, sun screen, waterproof matches and fire starter, food, signal device, water, extra clothes, rain gear, compass, and flashlight. Delays: There may be some unavoidable delays at certain events. Please be patient and move to other shorter lines if possible. Scoutmasters, please have activities that you can do with your patrols/troop to keep them active in case there are long delays. Electronic Devices: Electronic or GPS devices, even if incorporated into watches, cell phones, iPods, or any other such electronics is not permitted on the competition field. If a Scout for health reasons requires an electronic device, it needs to be approved by the Camporee staff before, in advance of being at any competitive event. Loss or Damage of property is the sole responsibility of the owner or person who brought the property. Communication Devices: 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. Be aware that there may be no cell phone reception in the camp area. Lost or damaged equipment is not the responsibility of the Camporee Staff or BSA. Scout Spirit
Scout Spirit is an important part of Scouting and Camporee. Scouts are expected to behave according to the Scout Oath Law at all times. Behavior inconsistent with the Scout Oath Law will not be tolerated by youth or adult leaders. Troop Leadership Checklist
Do I have these forms completed, signed and approved as required?
Check the Camporee website and FACEBOOK page periodically for any CAMPOREE updates.
The Camporee Registration via our the Desert Wells District Webpage https://scoutingevent.com/010-14155 should be completed, checked for accuracy (head count & dollars), and can be paid online or with a check. The check needs to be made out to BSA Grand Canyon Council. Please include in the memo line or somewhere on the check the troop number and include a copy of the invoice you are sent to pay your fees with your check. These checks can be mailed to council along with a copy of your online registration at least four weeks in advance so they are credit, turned in at August, September or October roundtable or mailed to Lynne Snyder 4378 E Austin Lane San Tan Valley, AZ 85140.
A PHOTO RELEASE form signed for each person. If there is a scout who cannot be photographed please notify us as soon as possible. A lanyard will be provided showing no photos
Health and Medical Record forms (Parts A&B) have been filled out completely for EACH PERSON in the unit.
Have I completed the PARKING PERMITS and provided them to each driver for Each vehicle that needs to enter the campground? This will facilitate express check in at the entry gate. All Tour leaders are responsible to ensure each driver has a valid driver’s license and adequate auto insurance per BSA guidelines.
Tour Leader: Did I go over the highlights of the Camporee Leader’s Guide and the Rules with Scouters, Scouts, and Parents/Guardian?
Have I provided a copy of this guide to my SPL?
We’ve planned time with the patrols/troop to practice the different events so that we can be
successful at camporee
We’ve made arraignments so that we’ll have the time needed to arrive safely, participate and travel safely home.
CAMP SITE INSPECTION FORM
TROOP ________
LOCATED IN CAMPSITE _________
WISHES TO:
PARTICIPATE IN CAMPSITE INSPECTION Please remember in order for your troop to be eligible for the OVERALL AWARD the troop must participate in all events including camp site inspection Signature SPL_______________________
TROOP ______________
PATROL NUMBER OFF WRISTBAND _________________
WISHES TO PARTICIPATE IN MYSTERY INGREDIENT COOK OFF
PATROL LEADER OR SPL SIGNATURE _____________
ASSIGNED TIME SLOT WILL BE POSTED AFTER 9 AM SATURDAY AT HEADQUARTERS RAMADA
CAMPSITE INSPECTION SCORING CRITERIA
TROOP # SITE: _____________
Score each item from 0 to 5 points. Do Not Deduct Points. Possible 150 points
SITE LAYOUT
____ 1 Evidence of campsite planning? ____ 2 Separate patrol areas? ____ 3 Dining flies pitched? ____ 4 Tents properly pitched? ____ 5 Is there evidence of camp site improvements? ____ 6 Is the American flag properly posted? ____ 7 Is the Troop flag displayed? ____ 8 Patrol flags(s) displayed? ____ 9 Tents zipped or flaps rolled and fastened? ____ 10 Is all personal equipment gear inside of the tents or stored in an organized manner? ____ 11 Is the outside perimeter of the site identified? ____ 12 Is there an entry feature? ____ 13 Is there an Ax yard? ____ 14 Any pioneering gadgets?
HEALTH & SAFETY
____ 15 All tools & equipment safely stored? ____ 16 Liquid fuels properly stored and secured? ____ 17 Tent and canopy lines flagged for safety? ____ 18 First Aid Kit Visible & identified? ____ 19 Campsite clean of litter & trash? ____ 20 Adult on Duty (if there are Scouts in camp during the events, give 0 points)? ____ 21 Fire equipment readily assessable? ____ 22 Is the Ax yard well defined and safe? ____ 23 Are all fire sources at least 10 feet away from all tents? ____ 24 Is the fire pit contained and off the ground?
CAMP KITCHENS
____ 25 Cook stoves cleaned and safe? ____ 26 Kitchen clean & orderly? ____ 27 Duty roster & menus posted? ____ 28 Food properly & safely stored? ____ 29 Is the kitchen/dinning are organized? ____ 30 Is the kitchen/dinning area covered? OTHER ____ 31 Anything that would be noteworthy that could add additional points? (0 to 10): ________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Total Points: ______________ Max Total Possible 160 points Judges: (please print) _________________________________
Camporee Critique District Camporee
2017 Please help us to improve future Camporees by completing this survey and dropping it
off at the HEADQUARTERS on Saturday or Sunday before you leave. Thank you!
1 = Poor 5 = Great
Questions 1-4, Pre Camporee; Questions 5-7 Campsite; Questions 8-13 Program; Questions 14-16 Personnel; Questions 17-19 Miscellaneous; Comments and Concerns Section
1. Was the Camporee information clear / accessible?(District website, Camporee packet. registration packet
2. Was the early registration at Roundtable convenient?
3. Rate "Canyon Moon Ranch" as a Camporee location spot.
4. Did Registration (Check in/ Check out) go smoothly?
5. Was your camp size adequate?
6. Were the toilet facilities adequate?
7. Was the parking adequate?
8. Did the Camporee Program meet with your expectations?
9. Rate the (skills) Events
10. Rate the Mystery Cook off Contest
11. Rate the overall programs for the event
12. Rate the opening and closing ceremonies
13. Was the Staff courteous and helpful?
14. Did Security / Parking Control perform its function?
15. How did the volunteer crews/ teams perform as judges in the events?
16. Did your scouts have fun?
17. Do you plan to attend next year?
18. Would you rate this Camporee overall
Please list names (and unit no. if known) of adult Scouters that might consider volunteering for Camporee Staff next year. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Comments / Suggestions: (Use back of form if more space is needed)
