Mountain Man Rendezvous

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1 Mountain Man Rendezvous Rocky Mountain Council Camporall 2018 September 28-30, 2018 San Isabel Scout Ranch

2 This year s Camporall theme is based around a Mountain man Rendezvous. With this in mind we are encouraging troops to embrace the theme and camp in a primitive manner. Open fire cooking, homemade tents and dressing the part is highly encouraged and will be part of an overall score for troop competitions. This is of course not a requirement to attend, we want everyone to come and participate, but it will enhance the experience. All activities and competitions will be based around a mountain man rendezvous and will of course highly stress the Patrol method. Please use this guide to prepare your troops for the competitions and activities. In this packet you will find resources to help you register for the Camporall, how prepare for the competitions, and ideas for camping and cloths. Please look over this carefully and if you have any questions or concerns please contact the scout office or the Camporall director, Adam Haight. The trading post will be open so bring cash. There will also be items that scouts can purchase with beads that they earn in events. Rocky Mountain Council Office 411 South Pueblo Boulevard Pueblo, Colorado Phone - (719) Fax - (719) info@rmcbsa.org Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm Adam Haight Weloveh8mail@gmail.com

3 Registration Date: Friday, September 28, 2016, through Sunday, September 30, 2016 Registration is due by September 21, Cost: $15.00 per Youth $10.00 per Adult If you are not registered by the September 8, 2017 date there will be a $10.00 additional cost per person. Please register early. Location: San Isabel Scout Ranch RESERVATIONS: Send your registrations to: For more information contact Adam Haight (719) , weloveh8mail@gmail.com Please Cut & Return Rocky Mountain Council Camporall Spirit of the West Friday, September 28, 2017 Sunday, September 30, 2017 San Isabel Scout Ranch [ ] Troop [ ] Team [ ] Crew Unit # Will you be leaving Saturday? [ ] Yes [ ] No Unit Leader: Address: Phone: District: # of YOUTH x $15 ) #of ADULTS x$10.00 Payment: [ ]Cash or [ ]Check # or [ ] Credit Card Credit Card Account #: (Visa, Master, Amex, Discover) Exp Date: Digit Verification #: Signature: RESERVATIONS: Send your registrations to: Estes Scout Service Center & Scout Shop 411 South Pueblo Boulevard Pueblo, Colorado Phone - (719) Fax - (719) info@rmcbsa.org Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm

4 General Information Dates: September 28-30, 2018 Where: San Isabel Scout Ranch Check-in: No earlier than 3:00 PM on Friday, September 28, 2018 Campsites: Parking: SPL/Leader Meeting: Scout Uniform: Fires: Water: Equipment: First Aid: Trash: Visitors: Campfire: Camp Games: Checkout: Campsites will be assigned by the number of campers preregistered. Parking in designated areas only. No vehicles in campsites! There will be a mandatory leader meeting Friday night at 9:30P.M. Units will receive last minute instructions and reminders. Either Mountain Man regalia or Class A uniform for morning colors and inspection. Rules: All Scouting regulations will prevail. Camp fires must be in fire pits and all fire safety guidelines will be enforced unless a fire ban is in place. There is water at the campsites. Units need to be aware to bring their own containers. Bring necessary equipment for camping and events. (Check the Events List section). Each unit must have their own first aid kit. Dumpsters will be available Welcome, however no visitors or adults will be able to lend any support during Patrol Activities. All visitors must checkin with registration and pay registration fees. Saturday evening 7:30-9:00 PM Patrols are encouraged to participate in all camporall games and activities. There are patrol, and individual prizes for games and activities. No patches will be given out until your campsite has been inspected and a staff member checkout slip is returned. Saturday evening checkout will be from 9:00PM to 11:00PM. Sunday morning checkout will begin at 8:00AM and vehicles may not enter camp until 7:30 AM. NO EXCEPTIONS!

5 Camporee Health & Safety Camporee Law: Our Camporee has three simple rules: follow the 12 points of the Scout law, The Outdoor Code and Youth Protection Guidelines. All campers and staff conduct will be measured against these three rules. At camp, we cannot tolerate and will not permit activities, which do not meet the criteria set by these three rules. Alcohol and Drugs: No alcoholic beverages or unauthorized drugs are allowed in camp. Dangerous Equipment: No rifles, handguns, ammo, bows & arrows, nunchuckas, bullwhips or fireworks are allowed. Fire or other camp-wide emergency: The signal is announced on the P.A. system. The assembly area for emergencies is the fire ring. If there is an emergency, directions will be given there. Adults should carry their vehicle keys with them at all times. Fires: Extreme caution must be given at all times. Gas tanks or propane may be used inside the campsite, but not inside tents. No lanterns (except battery) are allowed inside or near tents. Each Troop should have sufficient fire buckets, a shovel and a rake. Depending on the fire restrictions at the time of the camporall we may not be allowed open fires at camp. Hazing: Hazing is prohibited. It could cause the Troop and Scout to be removed early. Foot Gear: Walking barefoot is very dangerous and not allowed at any time. Scouts will wear closed toe shoes at all times. Rock/stick throwing: Not allowed. Water Conservation: There is not potable water at the park. Please bring enough water for your troop for the weekend. Dehydration: Scouts and Scouters will be physically active during the Camporee. As the weather may be hot, do not let dehydration become a problem. Bring canteens and/or water bottles to all activities and drink plenty of fluids. Cleanliness: Keep everything in camp clean including: event areas, campsites, tents, KYBOS and you. Use trash bags.

6 - Health & Safety continued - Rest: Sleep can make or break a great camp experience. Each person needs a certain number of hours each day to rest. Scoutmasters must ensure that their units at their campsites are quiet, out of respect for those who want to sleep or rest. Honor Box: This box will be used for lost and found. It will be located near the First-Aid Lodge. A Scout is TRUSTWORTHY. Off limits: Staff areas are off limits. DO NOT hike off the paths or roadways. Smoking areas: Smoking is discouraged. Campsites Safety: Troop campsites may be inspected for health, safety and first aid readiness at any time by Camp Sheriff. References for these can be found in the Boy Scout Handbook and Field Guide. First Aid: There should be a First Aid kit that is visible, accessible, marked and adequately stocked (as appropriate for size of the Troop). A posted list of the Troop s qualified First Aid personnel is a good idea. Safety: Firefighting stations should be maintained by each Troop. The Fire Warden chart should be posted and firefighting tools in plain sight and accessible. Tiedown lines for tents, rain flies and dining flies MUST be flagged.

7 Camporee Schedule Friday, Sept. 28, 2018 Event 3:00 PM 10:00 pm Check-in, pay fees, pick-up Camporee schedule, set-up camp 9:30 pm Leader meeting for Scoutmasters and SPL s (receive 5 bonus points) 11:00 pm Taps, quiet hours, no exceptions (points deduction for violation) Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018 Event 6:00 AM Reveille 6:00 AM 8:00 am Breakfast and camp clean-up for camp inspection 7:00-8:00 AM Final Unit Registration 7:15 AM 7:45 am Staff meeting 7:45 AM 8:15 am Troop volunteer judges meet at the camporall headquarters for event instructions, handouts and additional information 8:30 am Opening ceremony at the flag pole, Uniform Inspection 9:00 am 9:30 am Story teller at fire bowl 9:30 am -12:00 pm Events and demonstrations. 12:00 1:00 pm Lunch. Eat in campsite 1:00 3:30 pm Patrol competitions begin. 3:30 pm Events, and Patrol Competitions end. 3:30 6:00 pm Dutch Oven Cooking contest begins. Explorer run begins. Runners report at the flag poles. 5:50 Retreat Retire the Colors 7:30 PM 9:00 PM Campfire 9:00 PM 11:00 PM Site inspection & checkout-no Vehicles allowed into camp until 9:00 12:00 midnight Taps, quiet hours, no exceptions/no excuses Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018 Event 7:00 AM Reveille 7:30 AM Scouts Own service The Campfire Ring 7:30 AM Noon Site inspection & checkout No Vehicles allowed into camp until 7:30 All activities and events are subject to change:

8 Preparation Checklist A checklist of what Troops could be doing now in preparations for the Camporee. Prepare a gateway for the Camporall events Hold a uniform inspection to ensure all badges are properly sewn on A checklist of what Troops could be doing now in preparations for the Camporee. Hold a uniform inspection to ensure all badges are properly sewn on Research and prepare Mountain Man Regalia and outfit patrol. Prepare homemade tents. Have Patrols design and prepare Patrol Flags Encourage Scouts to participate in the Patrol Skill Events and Camp-wide Games. Prepare for the skills events and check required equipment for the skills events Bring a Unit Roster listing all adults and Scouts in Camp Bring your copy of The Guide to Safe Scouting Have available, if needed, health history records for each Scout and adult If applicable, bring balance of any Camporee fees Ensure that all scouts have their 10 essentials and bring them Camporee

9 Camporee Awards Individual Awards: Ribbons will be awarded for selected individual and patrol activity. Best Dressed award: Ribbon will be presented to individual with best period costume. Judges decisions are final and will not be disputed, discussed or argued. Remember scouting spirit, good sportsmanship and we are all out there to have fun.

10 Archery Atlatl Gold Panning Black Powder Rope making Blacksmith Caber Toss Cross-cut Saw Flint & Steel Fire Starting Hawk & Knife Throwing Log Hoist Dutch Oven Primitive cooking Tug of War Stick Pull Activities Available: Trading Post: This year we have added a trading post where scouts can purchase items related to the camporall and the rendezvous theme. Please help support the building of the rendezvous by letting scouts know of this.

11 Dutch Oven Cooking Contest Get ready it is time to show off some of your pioneering skills and get those Dutch ovens ready and cook your favorite Bread, Entrée, or Dessert; using coal charcoal or perhaps you want to try cooking using wood. Just be sure to present your entry on time as their will be a penalty for lateness. There will be two separate categories of which awards of 1st, 2nd and 3rd will be given: Scout Youth and Adults. The desserts will be judged by a panel of impartial judges. Each patrol is encouraged to enter and show off their skills. Now for the Rules: 1. Each entry must have been prepared and cooked and finished on site, solely by youth scouts, with no adult help. 2. Each adult entry must have been prepared and cooked and finished on site, solely by the adult scouts. 3. Entries must be from units that are registered participants of the Camporee. 4. Entries must be submitted, to the designated area (to be determined at Camporee and announced Saturday morning at the opening ceremony) by no later than 6:00 pm, and their entrée must be submitted in a Dutch oven to the contest registrar. For entries submitted after 6:00 pm there will be assessed a 5 point penalty for every 10 minutes. Absolute cutoff at 6:30 pm. on registrars cell phone NO EXCEPTIONS. 5. When submitting entry, please indicate unit number and type of entry (youth or adult). 6. All ingredients must be cooked in Dutch oven or on Dutch oven lids. If the recipe calls for melting or warming a sauce in a separate pot that is not a Dutch oven that is permitted over the coals. 7. Cooking must be done using charcoal briquettes or wood. 8. No pre-cooking of ingredients is permissible. Pre-cutting or peeling only is fine, but all cooking must be done on site. 9. The panel of judges will judge the entry immediately after submittal to the contest registrar. The decision of the judges shall be final. 10. Please use good fire safety practices. No fires unless in fire pit. Please use caution when using charcoal and if using a charcoal starter please elevate it as to prevent contact /burning of ground surfaces. 11. Please exercise proper care in the cleanliness of food preparation and cooking. Keep preparation area and utensils clean. Do not place Dutch oven lids on the ground. 12. The awards will be presented at campfire ceremony. Entries will be judged on entry of appearance/appeal, taste, complexity / technique, using the following point system: Taste: 20 points maximum Complexity / Technique: 10 points maximum Total points available to score: 30 points

12 Shelter Examples and Ideas (Disclaimer: The following shelter ideas are examples only. You do not need to follow these guidelines or even build your own shelters. We would hope that your troop would embrace the rendezvous theme but it is by no way a requirement to participate.) One of the most common shelters in use by the trappers and mountain men was the diamond shelter. This is a shelter created by using a square piece of canvas, staking down three corners of the square, and using a pole to raise the fourth corner up. This allows the user to crawl in, and the shape of the diamond shelter allows for the trapping of heat radiated from the campfire. This is the type of shelter that can be set up and broke down in a very short period of time. Because of that feature, it was used for overnight stays on the trail. The diamond shelter can, depending on size, accommodate more than one camper. These tents are great for keeping you and your gear reasonably warm and dry in moderately bad weather.

13 These are examples of different shelter that can be made from a single tarp. Folks on a budget or who are portraying refugees may want to consider the humble lean-to. Requiring only a single canvas fly, they are very economical, and while they are short on privacy, they provide plenty of shade and shelter from hot sunlight, light rains and morning dew. This is a good representation for refugees, who generally had to flee their homes on short notice and would not have tents. Folks who do not stay in camp at night, but need shelter for their gear and shade to work under would find these useful. They can be erected with no poles at all if trees are available to tie a rope to, otherwise they only require two upright poles. A 12 by 12 foot canvas cloth of 10 oz. weight for a lean to is available near where I live for about for thirty dollars

14 This is a wonderful tent for those who like to sit back and view a fire. Although it is not historically authentic to the fur trade era, the baker tent is one of the most popular tents at the rendezvous. This tent has been surrounded by controversy at times. Some reenactors claim they were not in use during the 1800 s. There have been documented accounts of folks using them and living in them since at least the 1850's. (Thoreau stayed in one during his "roughing it" stage, and described it in detail.) These tents were available for purchase during the 1860's, although most accounts state they were homemade or locally made models. It is likely that refugees and frontier folks used these tents due to their superb practicality. Baker tents look much like one half of a wall tent with an awning over the open side. This awning can be lowered to close up the tent for privacy. Baker tents got their name from a resemblance to the reflector ovens used by some bakers. Like a reflector oven, they were heated by building a fire in front of the tent--the shape of the tent captured the heat and kept the occupants warm and cozy. My first rendezvous, I camped in a Baker tent and stayed nice and warm. (Thanks Ron and Barb) Due to the built-in awning, these tents are ideal for many uses. They provide ample shade and shelter for many impressions. Refugees would likely have rigged up a tent much like the baker to keep warm in cold weather. Two people can easily erect a baker's tent. Some require more poles than others, depending on the design and size of the tent. A baker can be made from the 10 oz. canvas drop cloths obtained from local hardware stores. I recently saw 12 x 15 sized drop cloths of natural color 10 oz. canvas for about $30 each. A couple of those and some do-it-yourself time can make for a great shelter that looks authentic and can be used for years. Treating the canvas can be done using Thompson's Water Seal or some equivalent sealer that is easy to apply. Set your shelter up, then spray it real good and let it cure. Now you're ready to go.

15 The wall tent was somewhat of a luxury. Usually used for longer encampments, the wall tent was more often used as a general store, saloon, meeting house, or for needs that were more elaborate and less mobile. Setting up a wall tent took some time, and the owners of wall tents were generally better off than a run of the mill refugee or mountain man. Mountain Man Clothing (Disclaimer: This clothing guide is here to give your troop ideas of what you could do. To fully outfit someone in full regalia would be very costly. Please don t feel you have to spend a lot of money to come to the camporee. We are hoping you will put in some effort to look the part and to give the scouts a more realistic experience but do not break the bank to do so.) The Fur Trapper era was only a short period in American history, but it remains a favorite. Every weekend somewhere in the United States there is a Rendezvous taking place where re-enactors can live out this period in history. We are excited about offering the Varsity Scouts the opportunity

16 to learn about this period in history, and we want to do all that we can to encourage them to take part in the fun. Included here are a few basic ideas and descriptions of period clothing to help them dress as mountain men. "His dress and appearance are equally singular. His skin, from constant exposure, assumes a hue almost as dark as that of the Aborigine, and his features and physical structure attain a rough and hardy cast. His hair, through inattention, becomes long, coarse and bushy, and loosely dangles upon his shoulders. His head is surmounted by a low crowned wool-hat, or a rude substitute of his own manufacture. His clothes are of buckskin, gaily fringed at the seams with strings of the same material, cut and made in a fashion peculiar to himself and associates. The deer and buffalo furnish him the required covering for his feet, which he fabricates at the impulse of want. His waist is encircled with a belt of leather, holding encased his butcher- knife and pistols- while from his neck is suspended a bullet pouch securely fastened to the belt in front, and beneath the right arm hangs a powder horn transversely from his shoulder...the mountaineer is his own manufacturer, tailor, shoemaker and butcher; and fully accoutered and supplied with ammunition in a good game country, he can always feed and clothe himself, and enjoy all the comfort the situation affords. No wonder, then, his proud spirit, expanding with the intuitive, knowledge of noble independence, becomes devotedly attached to those regions and habits that permit him to stalk forth, a sovereign amid nature's loveliest works." "Rocky Mountain Life" Rufus Sage, Pages 38 and 39. Trousers and Pants Mountain men usually started out with at least one pair of cloth trousers. These were usually made of canvas, heavy cotton, or corduroy. These trousers would have a button fly or a front button bib. Some also had a two or three inch slit in the back that was laced up to keep the pants snug. A great place to get cheap pants for rendezvous is a paint store. Painter's pants come in natural canvas (not bleached white canvas), and can easily be made to look "authentic". Any wide wale corduroy pants in tan, brown, grey, or even black will also work. Long shirts can cover zippers and pockets that are not period correct. Blue jeans are not correct at all, but denim pants in tan, brown, grey, or black will do. When their cloth pants wore out the mountain men would make leather pants out of buckskin, or buffalo skin. These pants would have fringe down the outer seem of each leg, and a simple button fly. Buckskin pants are difficult to make yourself. The hide has to be pre-stretched, and is very tedious to sew. There are people who will do the work for you, but this is expensive. Mountain Man Clothing Shirts The most common type of shirt worn by the mountain men was a simple work shirt. This shirt was usually made of cotton, muslin, wool, or linen. These shirts are easy to sew and very

17 comfortable to wear. They typically were mid-thigh length, and were large and blowsy. Patterns are available for these shirts from Eagle View Patterns. Material must be selected carefully to be accurate. A lot of today's cotton material has the color printed on the fabric. This is obvious and easy spot, one side will have bright colors and the other will appear much lighter. Traditional cotton fabric was woven, which means the color is the same on both sides. This fabric is still available today and is usually referred to as homespun. Muslin fabric is widely available and very inexpensive, but does not come in many colors. Simple Work Shirt This shirt had a one-piece body, and no tapering or fitting of any kind. Yoked Work Shirt This shirt had a two-piece body. Both shirts were made with button cuffs, short collars, and a three to five button neck opening. Some had only a single button opening. Buttons were usually made of metal, wood, or antler.

18 Waistcoast or Vest These vests were quite popular. They are made from heavy wool flannels, cottons, and light to heavy woven wool. The vest usually had six to eight buttons, and some had slash style pockets. Patterns are available for this vest from Eagle View Patterns. Dropped Shoulder shirt This shirt is more complicated than the others. It contains an additional piece to give the dropped shoulder look. This shirt typically would have three or four metal, wood, or horn buttons.

19 Buckskin Shirt These shirts were typically made to copy the style of white men cotton shirts not Indian buckskin shirts. Some mountain man did decorate their shirts with strips of beadwork, and most shirts had some fringing on the sleeves or shoulders. Wool Blanket shirt This shirt is quite easy to sew. There are only three main pieces, the body and the sleeves. It was typically worn over a cotton or linen work shirt much like a pull over jacket. It is easier to make than a capote and requires less blanket material.

20 Footwear Among the common footwear of the Mountain Man wore Moccasins. Many of the mountain men who came west with boots soon learned how difficult they were to maintain, or replace. Moccasins were much more practical and easy to make and repair. There are many different styles of moccasins and many different books and methods of construction. Some are made of one piece of leather. Some were made with a "pucker vamp". There were hard sole types and some that went up to the knee. Indians decorated their moccasins with beadwork, porcupine quills and paint. It was common for mountain men to use pieces of trade cloth for the moccasin uppers. The Pucker Vamp The bottoms of these moccasins were created from one piece of leather and then gathered around the top of the foot. Often the top would be made of red trade cloth. Some had extra leather to wrap around the ankle, and even extended to the knee.

21 Moccasins are more common at today's rendezvous than during the mountain man era. Shoes, boots and other clothing were available at the original rendezvous and trading posts. When their boots wore out, and they were not in a position to buy new ones, mountain men did construct and wear moccasins. It is also true that some mountain men might have been partial to moccasins, but boots were still very common. English High Top Lace Boot Made of stiff shoe leather in brown, yellow tan, black, and brown read. It was constructed and laced with heavy cotton cord. Ankle High Work Shoe boot Made with a sort brown leather body, and a stiff leather sole and heal. Sewn with heavy cotton "sail" cord, and laced with a piece of deer's hide.

22 Hats Mountain men wore a variety of hats. Felt hats were among the most popular. These came in a variety of shapes and sizes, and were available at most the trading posts. Some of the other common hats include the clerks cap, the voyager or liberty cap, the wool hood, and the Canadian hat. Large Brim, High Crown Felt Hat Low Crown, Narrow Brim Felt Hat Short Soft Brim, Round Crown Felt Hat Another common style of felt hat was a Large Brim hat with a round crown. Felt hats were usually brown or grey. Black was a more rare color. These hats were often decorated with different style hatbands. Hatbands were made out of everything from wool trade cloth, leather, strips of beadwork, or hair pipe. Feathers were also added on occasion. These hats took on a unique look at they became more weathered.

23 Canadian Cap This is a fur trimed cap with four peices of thick wool forming the crown. Liberty or Voyageurs Hat A Clerks Cap, or Wheel Cap simple wool knit hat that flops over to one side. Sometimes made from scrap materials such as flower sacks. Fur hats were not all that common. They would never have been made of beaver or any fur that was highly valued. Otter, skunk, and badger fur were most likely used. These hats usually were a simple round top construction, with a feather or two for decoration. A hard leather bill was often added. Fur hats with tails, paws, or animal faces were less common. Wool Hood or Blanket Hood Made from a peice of wool blanket, that when stitched together forms "ears"

24 Pouches and Bags Traditionally the Mountain Man did not have pockets in their pants, thus the need to have some way to carry and hold items that would normally be carried in the pants pockets. A possible bag is used to carry anything and everything that you need to have immediately available to you. Possible bags vary greatly in size but are usually around 10 inches square. They usually have a long strap that can be put around your neck and on a shoulder to carry them so the bag hangs close to the belt line. These bags would have a flap and some method of securing them shut. They would be made of leather or heavy canvas, and sometimes had pieces of trade cloth added. These bags also used as shooting bags. Mountain men would need all of their shooting supplies close at hand at all times. Often a powder horn would also be carried with the bag. The strap of the bag also provided a good place to keep things right at hand. Sometime a small sheath for a patch knife was added to the strap of the bag.

25 Capotes Capotes were the usual coat worn by mountain men. The knee-length hooded capote was usually made from a blanket, and was closed with a sash and occasionally buttons. Mountain men might sew capotes for themselves when winter began or be provided with a capote from the company's trade goods. Many paintings show mountain men wearing light blue or white capotes. Grey was also a common color. Some fashionable mountain men wore a greatcoat instead of a capote. Greatcoats are distinguished from capotes by their fashionable lapels and more tailored fit. Capotes did not usually have any fringing or beadwork on them. If the blanket had stripes or "points" these would be placed at the bottom of the capote, with some stripes on the sleeves. Capotes are easy to make, and require a minimum amount of stitching. These were garments that were actually made by the mountain men, not professional tailors. The simpler the capote is the more likely it is to be correct to the period. Capotes are usually made from a wool blanket. Today we usually see them made from a Hudson Bay Blanket, or a Whitney Blanket. These blankets are expensive to buy new. You can sometimes find other brands of point blankets for less, or find older used blankets at estate sales or online auctions. Another great place to find wool blankets is thrift stores or military surplus stores. The older grey Army blankets even have a black stripe, and look quite authentic. To save time and help with the long term integrity of the your capote sewing it on a machine is advisable. Additional hand stitching can be added on the outside of the coat to preserve the hand made look. This "Blanket Stitching" is obvious on many historical drawings, but is not always present. This is an element that is really a personal choice.

26 To create a capote you will need a wool blanket 72x90". A larger blanket might be required for a larger person. Start by folding the blanket in half lengthwise. Measure the person from the base of the neck to the back of their knees. Mark this measurement onto the blanket. Keep in mind that any stripes or points should go on the bottom of the capote. Cut the blanket strait across. This should leave you with around 1/3 the length of the blanket. This portion will be used to make the sleeves, and the hood or collar. Sleaves Hood Wrap the large portion around the body. There should be a Measurement from base of neck to back of knees " overlap in front. If the blanket it too big trim the width on the opposite side of the points. Measure the width of the shoulders and mark from the center of the blanket to cut sleeve openings and neck line. Take the remaining piece of the blanket and fold one side over just enough to accommodate the sleeve pattern. Take special care to keep the stripes lined up. The sleeves can be square cut or slightly tapered with a rounded shoulder for a better fit. Sleeves should be cut to the length of the arm with a folded width of approximately 10" at the shoulder and 8" at the wrist. Once the sleeves have been cut the last portion of the blanket can be used to make a hood or collar. These are very simplified instructions, and even though a capote is a simple garment, you may not get it right the first time. It is a good idea to first make a capote out of muslin, or other inexpensive fabric. This will allow you the freedom to make changes without ruining your blanket, and give you a pattern to cut from. Eagle View Patterns also offers a pattern for a capote.

27 Directions to San Isabell Scout Ranch From I-25, take exit 74 towards Rye/Colorado City. From there, follow Highway 165, through Rye, approximately 20 miles. Approximately 2 miles past The Lodge Restaurant, you will see a sign for San Isabel Scout Ranch on the right. Make a right turn, onto the dirt road, and follow it up until you are able to turn right into the entrance of SISR.

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