Florida Scout Quest Lake Sands District Spring Camporee April 13 15, 2007 Spanish Trail Scout Reservation Camp Euchee www.floridascoutquest.com
Florida Scout Quest Lake Sands District Spring Camporee There is a time and a place for everything. Objective: Require Scouts to apply basic Scout Skills as well as problem solving techniques as they complete a Quest to resolve a mystery which is based on real Florida history. Patrols will be judged on knowledge, skill, cooperation, speed and participation. Only the best will achieve the Quest. Introduction: Scouts are going on a journey in time and on the Quest. The year is 1818. They need to prepare as such. Like travelers in 1818, they need to have food and water with them. They need to be prepared for bad weather and other hazards. They need to have materials to document their journey. In addition, they need to have things those travelers might have needed to get to their destination. Patrols should arrive PROMPTLY at the flag ceremony with their packet and prepared for their journey, which should keep them away from their camp all day. The journey will begin IMMEDIATELY after the flag ceremony. In 1818, four major cultures Euchee Indians, Scottish Settlers, Andrew Jackson s Troops, and the Spanish.converged in the North West Florida Territory. They affected each other and the history of what would become the State of Florida. Each Patrol will be assigned one of these cultural groups. They should work together and interact with other cultures as people of that era might have. The journey consists of several levels. In the first, Patrols will compete in four events based on activities each culture may have engaged in around 1818. For full credit in the first level, Scouts must compete by Patrol. All Patrol members must participate. Advance knowledge about the four groups will greatly improve chances of success. More information including clues is available on the website and in downloadable files which can be found there. Patrols will be expected to translate this information as well as information they receive at the event into action. A second level will begin in early afternoon. Scouts must solve puzzles in the materials they are provided to find the time and the place. Patrols must use the information in their packet along with clues provided during the events to find the solution. Patrols should expect a new set of challenges in the second level. They must be prepared to adapt quickly to changes in their environment and new rules which will be
announced there. They need to listen carefully and be very observant. Cooperation is a key part of this level. It is critical if Patrols want to solve the mystery and complete the Quest. Throughout the event, Scouts should pay close attention to details and to inconsistencies in information provided. They need to manage their time effectively and share the workload. Individual participation is critical and will be monitored as closely as Patrol effort. Clothing: Scouts should wear Field Uniforms for all campfires and Sunday Worship Service. Please wear Activity Uniforms for all competitions. However, please wear comfortable shoes like tennis shoes. No bare feet allowed in competition or shoes that show bare toes like sandals or flip-flops. Wear a cap; you ll be outside all day. Bring bug spray as tick and mosquitoes can be bad this time of year. Also, wear sunscreen. Menus: Saturday will be a very busy day. Scouts need all the time they can get for the Quest so plan meals that can be cooked easily and quickly. Pack lunches that can be carried on the trail and eaten quickly. Plan other meals that allow for quick preparation and cleanup. Inspections: Campsite inspections will be conducted. Keep your site clean and Patrol equipment in distinct Patrol areas. Clean in my Outdoor Manners counts toward top troop. Patrol Awards: There will be separate awards for best patrol in each of the four Tier 1 events and a Top Patrol Award which will be based on participation and placement in all events. Bob Walton Spirit Award: This rotating plaque along with a ribbon will be awarded to the Unit exhibiting the most Scout Spirit and functioning best as a Unit. Troops do not have to win an event to win this award, but participation in all events is a requirement. Judges will also be assessing Unit members spirit during all activities. Troops may also be judged by appearance of members at events. (Activity Uniforms for events, Field Uniform for campfires and Church Service). Troop Scout Spirit must be noticeable in the participation of your members as well as participation in all events and the campfire. This award will be presented after the Sunday morning church service. SKITS: An alternate format will be used for the Saturday night campfire. No Troop or Patrol skits will be required.
WEBELOS: Webelos participation in Boy Scout events strengthens recruitment for Boy Scouts. Troops are encouraged to invite Webelos Dens from their feeder pack(s) to attend. These soon to be Boy Scouts are encouraged to compete in Tier 1 activities with Patrols. There will be activities just for Webelos in the afternoon. All Webelos must, of course, have a parent or guardian in attendance with them and be properly supervised throughout the weekend. Cub Scouts: Cub Scouts are welcome to attend the event during the day to observe the activities. There will NOT be specific activities for them. Each Cub Scout must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Cubs are NOT allowed to spend the night at the event. Life/Eagle Scouts: There will be a special Life/Eagle Scout event designed to test how they apply the Scout Oath and Law. The event includes a very special surprise (for which we obtained a generous sponsor) just for these Scouts. Life and Eagle Scouts must participate in the morning events with Patrols in order to enter this event. The entry point for the event will be revealed during the competition. Visitors: Visitors are encouraged to attend competitions and campfire ceremonies. Troops should notify them of all applicable rules of Scouting that pertain to litter, smoking, alcohol, etc. Visitors should also be made aware that designated Patrol areas are off-limits to them unless they receive permission from Patrol leaders. Visitors must park in designated parking areas. Parking: Because of congestion in the campsites and surrounding roads, troop trailers may be left in the campsites, but all vehicles, after unloading, must be parked outside the campsite area in the designated parking areas. Speed limit throughout the camporee area is 5 MPH. Campfires: In designated areas only provided there is not a burn-ban in effect. Any fire must have adequate fire protection nearby, be in an above ground fire ring, and must be attended at all times. Prize Drawings: There will be drawings for prizes at the Friday night campfire. Registration is through a secret page on the web site. The address has been distributed to select Scouts throughout the District. They get extra drawing chances for distributing the address.
Tips For those brave and daring enough to explore the mystery, here are a few tips: Fortune favors the prepared. Knowing history helps to avoid making the same mistakes. There is a time and a place for everything. Pause and reflect but there is no time for wasted effort. Survival skills were different in 1818. Beware of self imposed boundaries. There are clues in many places but not everything is a clue and not all of them are helpful. Solutions are often new beginnings. For more information including downloadable information sheets and a detailed FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) document, visit: www.floridascoutquest.com
Event Schedule There is a time and a place for everything. PROMPTNESS is important. Friday 5:00-8:30pm Check in 9:00 9:45 pm Opening campfire including OA Tap Out 10:00pm Taps Saturday 6:30am Reveille 6:30-7:45 Breakfast and campsite cleanup 8:00 Assemble (Dining Hall) for colors and instructions 8:30 Competition begins 1:00 WEBELOS special activity 4:30 Patrol Log Submission Deadline 5:00-8:00pm Dinner and campsite cleanup 8:30-9:45 pm Saturday night campfire (no skits) 10:00pm Taps Sunday 7:00 8:45am Reveille and breakfast 9:00 to 9:10 am Assemble (Dining Hall) for morning colors 9:15-9:45 Church service (chapel) and Bob Walton Spirit Award 10:00am Troops check out and receive camporee patches after final inspection.
Lake Sands District 2007 Spring Camporee Inspection Sheet Troop Campsite Inspection Item Possible Score (160) Earned Score 1. Patrol Flags Displayed 10 2. Troop Flag Displayed 10 3. US Flag Displayed 10 4. Personal Gear Stored 10 5. Duty Rosters Posted 10 6. Menus Posted 10 7. Fire Circle Cleared 10 8. Wood Yard Roped Off 10 9. No Vehicles in Campsite 10 10. Patrol Site Neat & Clean 10 11. Patrol Site Camp Gadget Displayed 10 12. First Aid Kit in Central Location 10 13. Troop and Patrol Areas Defined 10 14. Troop Campsite Entrance Defined 10 15. Fire Buckets or Fire Fighting Equip. 10 16. Cooking area neat and tidy 10 TOTAL TROOP SCORE Judge
Extra Quest TIPS for registering early and for bringing Webelos! SCOUT QUEST REGISTRATION FORM TROOP Name Patrol Position Life/Eagle? 1 Y / N 2 Y / N 3 Y / N 4 Y / N 5 Y / N 6 Y / N 7 Y / N 8 Y / N 9 Y / N 10 Y / N 11 Y / N 12 Y / N 13 Y / N 14 Y / N 15 Y / N 16 Y / N 17 Y / N 18 Y / N 19 Y / N 20 Y / N 21 Y / N 22 Y / N 23 Y / N 24 Y / N 25 Y / N Place additional names on separate sheet. (Cost is $10.00 per person if paid before March 22, 2007, $12 before April 12, and $15 afterward). Total Fees Paid: to register Scouts Scouters Contact Name: Address: Phone: Email: Make checks payable to: Boy Scouts of America Mail to: 2352 Lisenby Avenue, Panama City, FL 32405
For Use at Final Checkout Troop Campsite Clean Signature of Inspector I acknowledge receipt of Camporee patches. Signed: (Scoutmaster or SPL)