Eagle District

Fall, 2006
Cub-Family Campout
Leaders’ Guide

“A Pirate’s Life”
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OVERVIEW

FRIDAY NIGHT BBQ

Friday night we’ve provided a catered BBQ dinner for your convenience (reservations
and prepayment required). See attached registration forms.

DRESS LIKE A PIRATE

Saturday is our big Pirate Day! The Cubs, siblings, parents, and leaders are encouraged
to dress as Pirates all day long! For your convenience a Discount Pirate Shop will be
opened all day on Saturday with a full range of pirate garb!

SATURDAY ACTIVITIES

From 9:00 AM to 4:45 PM, we’ll be having scheduled pirate themed activities that we
have completely put together for your Pack! They are:

 Cannon Shoot (shooting ping pong balls out of cannons at targets)

 Ships Ahoy (rain gutter regatta, but with a twist…)
 Nautical Knots
 Walkin’ the Plank (Pirate obstacle coarse with rope ladder)
 Pirate Encampment (authentic Pirate expo with hands-on cooking)
 Buccaneers Booty (create their own leather medallions)
 Repel Boarders! (shooting BB’s at pirate targets)
 Treasure Island (swimming ball game with rafts)
 Treasure Hunt (day long treasure hunt with clues)

Assigned groups (Packs or combined Packs) earn points throughout the day. Special
ribbon awards will be issued during the Saturday night campfire. After campfire, we’re
offering two events: Star Navigation (taught by professional Astronomers) and Night
Diamond Search.

OA GRILL

The OA Grill will be opened for lunch on Saturday

PATCHES

We have custom made Pirate Patches for the Cubs!

SUNDAY

We will be holding an interfaith religious service before camp breaks.

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RULES AND REGULATIONS

The Cub-Family Campout is designed to offer participants a maximum amount of safe,
family-appropriate fun. Campers are required to follow all regulations of Wickham Park
and the Boy Scouts of America.
Important things to remember:

 No RV’s or pop-ups. Tent camping only

 No sandals or other open-toed shoes
 No alcohol (including non-alcoholic beer) or controlled substances
 No firearms or fireworks
 No pets or other animals (except Service Animals)
 No ground fires except in designated, pre-existing fire-rings. Fires
must not be left unattended at any time
 Speed limit for all of Wickham Park is 15 mph
 No sheath knives. All Boy Scouts of America policies pertaining to safe
use of cutting tools will be observed at all times
 For the enjoyment of all, please observe quiet times during scheduled
hours
 No smoking except in designated areas
 No liquid fuels (Coleman Fuel, white gas, etc.)
 Report any accident or injury to a member of the event staff
 Please obey both Wickham Park staff and Cub-Family Campout event
staff
 One vehicle per unit will be allowed in the camping area on Friday
afternoon to drop off unit gear. All vehicles must be removed by 6:00
pm. Cars will not be allowed back into the camp area until after 10:00
am on Sunday
 Do not disturb wildlife. Wickham Park is home to many species of
interesting critter, some of them even Federally protected. This is their
home, not ours. Please do not attempt to touch, capture or harass any living
thing
 Everyone attending the event must check in and receive a wristband
before setting up camp or attending their first event. This includes
those attending just for the day on Saturday. Wristbands must be
worn at all times by all participants.
 ALL YOUTH PROTECTION GUIDELINES OF THE BOY SCOUTS
OF AMERICA WILL BE ENFORCED AT ALL TIMES. CHILDREN
MUST USE THE BUDDY SYSTEM.
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WHAT TO BRING

The beauty of the Cub-Family Campout at Wickham Park is that it combines an outdoor
camping experience with all the convenience of being “near it all.” That being the case,
please remember that, should you forget something important, there are many shops
within a few minutes of Wickham Park.

Important things to remember are:

 Tents and all appropriate camping gear. Remember these particularly:

flashlights, insect repellent and folding chairs
 Food. Units may wish to make arrangements to cook as a group or require
participants to cook for themselves. Remember to bring coolers
 Field uniforms (Class A)(for flag ceremonies and Sunday service), Activity
(Class B) uniforms (for all other activities)
 Pirate costumes (not required, but strongly suggested)
 Bathing suits and towels
 Your son’s Cub Scout handbook (you may be able to check off some
requirements for advancement)
 Raingear (remember—In the event of rain, we will go with Plan B. Plan B is the
same as Plan A, (but with a poncho)
 Den or Pack activities (before and after meals is a great time to work on small
group projects or fun activities)
 Spending money for the Saturday lunch (if you wish) and for the Davy Jones’
Locker (for pirate plunder and costume ideas)
 A wagon or cart can be very helpful for carrying equipment from the
parking area to the campsite.

WHAT TO LEAVE AT HOME

 Electronic devices (radio, TV, Gameboy, Ipod, etc.)

IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDERS

Yes, we will all be pirates for the weekend, but we want to be nice, safe pirates. NO
SWORDFIGHTING WILL BE ALLOWED with sticks, toy swords, etc.

DO NOT THROW ANYTHING.

DO NOT DEFACE OR DAMAGE ANY TREES, BUILDINGS, ETC. Do not break

off tree limbs, even dead ones. Do not damage or disturb any plant.
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FRIDAY NIGHT CHECK-IN PROCEDURE

Gates open at 3:00 and close at 6:00, at which time all vehicles must be out of camp.
You may want to bring a wagon or a cart to help move your equipment from the parking
area to your campsite if you are unable to check in within these times.

Please stress to your Pack families that although it is inconvenient, it is important that
vehicles not be in camp for safety reasons.

After passing through the gates, each and every camper must proceed directly to the main
pavilion in order to receive a Wrist Band and pre-purchased Friday BBQ Voucher.

SATURDAY CHECK-IN PROCEDURE

Any persons entering camp on Saturday must check in immediately at the main pavilion
in order to receive a Wrist Band. Since Saturday activities are scheduled, those
registered for Saturday only activities should arrive for morning flag (8:30 AM).

FRIDAY NIGHT DUSTIN’S BBQ

Please use the attached forms to register for Friday Night Dustin’s BBQ meals as a Pack,
or as individuals, or a combination of the two.

ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The staff of the Cub-Family Campout needs your help in running a fun, safe, successful
event. Help is needed with staffing our various events, as well as with special events and
activities.

Each Cub pack is asked to provide two or more adults who are willing to assist with one
or more events during the weekend. This would be during the day on Saturday, from
9:00 am until noon and from 1:00 pm until 4:45 pm. It is important that these adults not
be needed to supervise your Cubs, as they will not be able to do both that and assist with
events. Dan Walton, the Cub-Family Campout chairman will be contacting your pack to
find out who will be willing and able to assist. Additionally, we will be asking for one
adult to cover security for one night shift.

PACK PARTICIPATION NEEDED

We are asking every Pack to prepare a quality song or skit for the campfire on Saturday
night. We would love it if you could tie it in with the Pirate theme. Also, Packs will be
competing with each other in camp inspections.
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CUB SCOUT ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Cub Scouts participating in the Cub-Family Campout may qualify for different
requirements of the Sports and Academics program. In addition, Cubs may complete
requirements for their rank advancement. Unit leaders should make sure that boys and
their parents are aware of such advancement opportunities.

SUNDAY MORNING CHECK-OUT PROCEDURE

Remembering that a Cub Scout always strives to leave a campsite better than he found it,
event staffers will be inspecting your campsites on Sunday morning. We ask that all
trash be properly bagged for disposal and that your campsite will be a credit to your Pack
when the next group of campers arrives. Once your campsite has been inspected and
approved, event patches and awards will be distributed.

BATHROOM FACILITIES

The new pavilion and attached bathrooms are at our disposal. Wickham Park is in the
process of completing the new shower house and thinks that it will be complete in time
for our campout.

CAMPSITE REQUESTS

In order to help us serve your Pack better, please email dwalto02@harris.com with the
following information:
1. Approximate number of tents
2. Do you have a Pack Trailer?
3. Do you have a gateway?
4. Number of large canopies
5. Special considerations? (power, closeness, etc.)
6. What type of campsite would you prefer? (see below)
We have two types of campsites which can accommodate your Pack:
More Boy Scout Like – Wooded but vehicles unload about 50 yards before campsite.
More Cub Scout Like – Not wooded but vehicles may unload at campsite.

STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions please don’t hesitate to contact one of
the following staff members. We’re here to serve you:

Dan Walton – Chairman

h: 255-7233, w: 726-1090, c: 693-2807, dan.walton@harris.com
Andrew Batten – Assistant Chairman
Visit Andrew at the Scout Shop
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday

3:00 Camp opens

6:00 Gates close. Cars must be removed from camp
6:00 Catered dinner served until 8:00 pm (reservations required)
9:00 Leaders’ Meeting at the Captain’s Quarters
10:00 Taps
10:30 Tattoo (lights out, quiet time)

Saturday

7:00 Reveille/ begin breakfast

8:30 Morning flag ceremony (please wear Field uniform)
9:00 Session One
9:45 Session Two
10:30 Session Three
11:15 Session Four
12:00 Lunch. The Order of the Arrow will host a grill for those interested
1:00 Session Five
1:45 Session Six
2:30 Session Seven
3:15 Session Eight
4:00 Session Nine
4:45 Sessions end. Dinner in your campsites
6:30 Leader game
7:00 Closing flag ceremony (please wear Field uniform)
7:15 Skit rehearsal
8:00 Campfire
9:30 Evening Special Programs—Diamond hike and Astronomy
10:00 Taps
10:30 Tattoo (lights out, quiet time)

Sunday

7:00 Reveille/begin breakfast

8:30 Interfaith Service (please wear Field uniform)
9:00 Closing flag ceremony
10:00 Campsite inspections. Packs break camp. Gates reopen to load unit gear
 Friday Night Dustin’s BBQ Order Form
Eagle District Cub Family Campout 2006 October 6-8, 2006

Pack Number _____ Email (for confirmation) _____________________________

Full Name Meal (select one) Sandwich (select one)

 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich
 Adult ($6.50)  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich

Meals will be served from 6:00 to 8:00 on Friday Night, October 6th and will include a serving of beans,
a serving of slaw and a drink. Send form(s) and payment by September 29th to:

Dan Walton
3042 Sweet Oak Drive
Melbourne, FL 32935

Checks payable to Cub Pack 337

Friday Night Dustin’s BBQ Order Form Friday Night Dustin’s BBQ Order Form
Eagle District Cub Family Campout 2006 October 6-8, 2006 Eagle District Cub Family Campout 2006 October 6-8, 2006

Full Name _______________________________________ Full Name _______________________________________

Pack Number _____ Email _______________________ Pack Number _____ Email _______________________

Meal:  Adult ($6.50) Meat:  Pork Sandwich Meal:  Adult ($6.50) Meat:  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich  Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich

Meals will be served from 6:00 to 8:00 on Friday Night, October 6th Meals will be served from 6:00 to 8:00 on Friday Night, October 6th
and will include a serving of beans, a serving of slaw and a drink. and will include a serving of beans, a serving of slaw and a drink.

Send form(s) and payment by September 29th to: Send form(s) and payment by September 29th to:

Dan Walton Dan Walton

3042 Sweet Oak Drive 3042 Sweet Oak Drive
Melbourne, FL 32935 Melbourne, FL 32935

Checks payable to Cub Pack 337 Checks payable to Cub Pack 337

Friday Night Dustin’s BBQ Order Form Friday Night Dustin’s BBQ Order Form
Eagle District Cub Family Campout 2006 October 6-8, 2006 Eagle District Cub Family Campout 2006 October 6-8, 2006

Full Name _______________________________________ Full Name _______________________________________

Pack Number _____ Email _______________________ Pack Number _____ Email _______________________

Meal:  Adult ($6.50) Meat:  Pork Sandwich Meal:  Adult ($6.50) Meat:  Pork Sandwich
 Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich  Child ($4.50)  Turkey Sandwich

Meals will be served from 6:00 to 8:00 on Friday Night, October 6th Meals will be served from 6:00 to 8:00 on Friday Night, October 6th
and will include a serving of beans, a serving of slaw and a drink. and will include a serving of beans, a serving of slaw and a drink.

Send form(s) and payment by September 29th to: Send form(s) and payment by September 29th to:

Dan Walton Dan Walton

3042 Sweet Oak Drive 3042 Sweet Oak Drive
Melbourne, FL 32935 Melbourne, FL 32935

Checks payable to Cub Pack 337 Checks payable to Cub Pack 337