Pellissippi District
2005 Fall Camporee
The Great Raft Adventure
September 16-18, 2005
 
 
Introduction

  • The Camporee Committee and numerous volunteers have spent many hours putting together your camporee. We appreciate your comments, suggestions, and participation. Your feedback is vital in our continuing effort to give Scouts a quality program each spring and fall.
  • The Scout Oath and Law will guide all activities and individual behavior. Unit Leaders are urged to maintain discipline at the Unit level. Observe the Outdoor Code and Low Impact Camping rules.

Logistics

  • The 2005 Pellissippi District Fall Camporee will be held at Norris Dam State Park on the scenic Clinch River. Troops will be given a map of where to launch and disembark the river. The Camporee staff will have adult volunteers on the river in boats to ensure safety.

The Challenge

  • Construct a completely homemade raft, using no manufactured boat hulls. Prepare to ride your raft on the waters of the Clinch River with attention to safety of crew and full awareness of environmental care to the river.

    Will your raft be the BEST?

    Aim to consider: Buoyancy, Efficiency, Speed, Teamwork

  • Judges will be elected and prizes will be awarded to each category for Construction and Design, Aesthetics, and Team Spirit.
  • Please note that the Scout Patrols will be judged the entire time that they are in the vicinity of the event. This includes their approach, their departure from the event, and their conduct on the river.
  • Leaders may be requested to help assist in grading other Patrols. The Patrol method and Scout spirit during the raft adventure will be a significant portion of the score.

General Rules and Regulations/Safety Requirements

  • All rafts must be homemade.
  • No commercially manufactured hulls
  • All rafts must be self-propelled, (i.e., poles, oars, paddle wheels, sails, etc., or any combination thereof).
  • Each piece of the raft must measure at least 4' x 8' and be capable of supporting the weight of the crew. Each 4' x 8' section may be constructed before arrival.
  • The deck must be securely fastened to the frame and the frame securely fastened to the hulls/floatation devices.
  • No screws or nails to be used
  • Anyone pushing their raft, or interfering with another raft will have their raft disqualified.
  • Leaders are to inspect rafts before entry for safety.
  • Points will be awarded for the design and construction of the raft, and teamwork. The first raft to finish does not necessarily win the event.
  • All raft members must have a Coast Guard approved life jacket in their possession. These jackets must be worn at all times while scouts are in the water.
  • Each raft must be equipped with one 50' length of 3/8 min. diameter towline.
  • Sun-sensitive members should wear appropriate sunscreen.
  • No water balloons.
  • All members shall wear sneakers or other appropriate footwear.
  • All protruding long bolts are to be sawed off, filed, and taped.
  • All entries are to be inspected prior to launching and will be subject to disqualification at the discretion of the Committee.
  • NO DIVING FROM RAFTS AT ANY TIME!!
  • SECTIONS OF THIS COURSE ARE EXTREMELY SHALLOW!!

Invitation Letter
General Information
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.
 
 
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