Pellissippi District 2005 Fall Camporee The Great Raft Adventure September 16-18, 2005     General Information Headquarters will be set up in a central area. It will be open and manned throughout the weekend for registration, information, and checkout. Class A (dress) uniform will be required for campfire and worship service. Class B (T-shirts) should be worn on Saturday to the Flag Ceremony and during the program activities. The Camporee will be held rain or shine. In case of inclement weather, the Unit Leader is responsible for the welfare of the Scouts in his/her charge. Use only obvious, designated walking areas. Do not cut through another campsite without permission. Patrol flags will be judged during the day on Saturday. Each patrol is encouraged to bring its flag and display it during the Camporee. Gateways will be judged between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday. Work may continue until judging begins. Campsite inspections will occur between 9:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Saturday, and ribbons will be awarded. Please note that each patrol must have a posted menu and duty roster to get full points. Patrol leaders will be responsible for the organization, participation, and spirit of the patrols. Saturday's activities will be judged partially on the implementation and effective use of the Patrol Method. A Cracker Barrel will be provided Friday night by the Commissioners where adult leaders will receive final details and any last minute changes. One adult leader is required for each 10 camping Scouts, and two-deep leadership is required at all times. Water is available on-site. Trash must be taken to appropriate dumpster on site prior to departure. First Aid services will be provided. All Scouts and Scouters are required to turn in a health form at time of registration, and it will be returned at the end of the weekend. Water is a brisk 48 degrees year round. Bring articles to warm-up with (i.e. towels, blankets, jackets) at the end of the coarse. Rules and Regulations Campfires are permitted unless fire restrictions are in effect. Sod is to be removed and replaced at the close of the Camporee, or approved campfire circles are to be used. Scouts and Scouters are to be in and remain in campsites after Taps and until Reveille. Anyone responsible for the destruction of property will be subject to immediate dismissal, and the Unit will be held financially responsible. No stakes are to be left in the ground. Riding in trailers or pickup truck beds is prohibited. Disorderly conduct, the use of controlled substances, weapons, and fireworks are prohibited. Any of these are grounds for immediate dismissal. Vehicles should remain parked throughout the Camporee. Park in the designated areas. Trailers are permitted in the campsites if room allows. Chemical fuels and propane must be used and properly stored in accordance with BSA policies. Any accidents, security problems, etc., must be reported to Headquarters as soon as possible. Registration To help with the planning of the Camporee, pre-registration is requested. A $3.00 pre-registration deposit (which will be applied toward the final total cost for your Unit) is requested for each Scout and adult planning to attend. While the pre-registration number are only an estimate, please be as accurate as possible. Deadline for the pre-registration is September 8,2005 at the Roundtable meeting. Final on-site registration will be accomplished as the Units arrive. Please have your paperwork and money in order before arrival to make the registration process go as smoothly and quickly as possible. Registration will be Friday beginning at 5:00 p.m. and will continue until 10:00 p.m. Please turn in health forms for all Scouts and Scouters who plan to camp. Camping & Parking Campsite sizes will be assigned based on pre-registration numbers; however, the staff understands that this sometimes causes problems and will be as flexible as possible. Commissioners Commissioners are experienced Scouters. Use them as resource people. Exchange ideas and pick-up some pointers for your Unit. This is an excellent opportunity for you as leaders! The Commissioners are there to help make sure your experience is as successful and pleasant as possible. Be sure to stop at headquarters to meet your Commissioner. Headquarters will have such information as: Where to go for first aid How to handle trash Lost and found Schedule of events Event locations Service to Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Committee Chairman, and Committee members Service to parents and friends of Scouting Smiles and coffee Order of the Arrow (OA) Milk Wagon The OA will have sodas, candy bars, and other miscellaneous items for sale. Be sure to stop at the only store around and receive service with a smile. Religious Service A Scout is reverent. Chapel Service has been scheduled for Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. The Camporee committee feels that participation at a religious service on a Scout outing is an important part of the BSA program. All participants are encouraged to attend the service.   Invitation Letter Program Schedule Spirit Award Gateway Competition Form, available in Word, RTF, or PDF format. Campsite Inspection Form, available in Word, RTF, or PDF format. Patrol Flag Contest Form, available in Word, RTF, or PDF format. Registration Form, available in Word, RTF, or PDF format. Pre-registration Form, available in Word, RTF, or PDF format.     Return to Calendar