Chapter 73 Fall Meeting Ft. Mccoy, WI

OPORD 9-9-17

Chapter 73 – Fall Meeting – Ft. McCoy, WI

1.  SITUATION:

A.  Friendly Forces: Members, family and friends of Chapter 73

1.  Expected weather – Sunny and warm during the day, dark and cooler at night (Check for local weather up-date for that weekend)

2.  Terrain & Site conditions – we secured the “North Pavilion” picnic site (nearest to new bathrooms) in PINE VIEW CAMPGROUNDS next to Ft. McCoy. This is a large picnic area intersperse with shade trees, bushes & other vegetation, that is groomed & maintained by campground personnel.

3.  Supporting units/Facilities – There is a large parking lot; the picnic area includes an awning structure that covers the picnic tables & has electric outlets. There are outside grills, latrines and water at the North Pavilion site. There is a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, hiking trails, & “Squaw Lake” nearby (swimming, canoeing, etc.); along with Sportsman Range and playground equipment on site.

2  MISSION: Chapter 73 conducts Fall Picnic & Bivouac operation at PINE VIEW CAMPGROUNDS,

2187 South J St, Ft McCoy, WI 54656 Ph: 608-388-3517 At the South Pavilion Picnic Area

A.  Directions: Call the Pine View Campground at: 608-388-3517 or contact on line: mccoymwr.com

B.  Pine View Campground - is NOT on Ft McCoy. There is a separate entrance west of the main gate that is marked - watch for the signs.

3. EXECUTION

A. Concept of the Operation: 1:00pm move into & occupy picnic site - Saturday, Sept 9, 2017, conduct picnic ops & Chapter business meeting at 2 PM

B. Sub-Unit Missions:
1. Elements - ALL -
a. Bring a dish to passfor supper
b. Bring your own beverages, coolers, folding chairs, comfort items (blankets, towels, etc.)
2. Teams -
a. Bean Bag Toss (Corn Hole) Tournament committee (Anderson/Jene) - Set-up & run

Tournament; all for fun – no experience needed. Pine View campground provides game.
b. Food (Littmann/MacGillis) - will procure/provide – hamburgers, brats, buns, condiments,

charcoal, & other supplies
3. Individuals –
a. Fridl/Anderson- Supervise Site set-up & occupation
b. Wilke - inventory current supplies and replenish paper plates, cups, plastic eating utensils,

cooking utensils, paper towels, containers, & required supplies.

Submit receipts for reimbursement from Chapter.
c. All - Help with cooking, setting up, clean-up after meals

C.  Coordinating Instructions:
1. YOU MUST HAVE A DRIVERS LIC OR MILITARY ID TO GET ON POST
2. You can get directions to the Camp grounds at the Main Gate
3. Occupation Plan & Times - Chapter Picnic Ops start at 1:00 – til???
4. Priority of Work - Set-up area & tables, for food & cooking
5. Business Meeting will start at 2 PM

6. Fundraising Live Auction for Green Beret Foundation – 2:45pm

7. Corn Hole (bean bag) Tournament – 3:45pmish

8. Picnic Supper – 5:00pm

9. Evacuation Plan - Police the area, pack up your gear, & move to your RON site at your convenience

after the Business mtg. & meal hosted by chapter 73

D.  Significant Others
1.  Activities and social during the men’s chapter meeting.
2.  Participate in Live Auction (fundraiser for Green Beret Foundation)
E.  RETIREMENT APPRECIATION DAY & FAIR - For anyone wanting to attend, Ph: 608-388-37161. Date & time: Friday, 8 Sep 2017, 0745-1500.2. Register ahead by phone for morning information sessions; afternoon vendor fair is open to all.3. You can also register by email at:4. For coordinating instructions call Bill Walters 608-388-37165. You can get directions to the Retirement Seminar at the front Gate (follow the signs).
F.  Appreciation Drawings at PX throughout the afternoon – lots of prizes and gift cards!
4. SERVICE & SUPPORT:

A. Bivouac Plan/Layout
1. There are cabin (still available) & trailer rentals available at the Pine View camp grounds - contact

them to make reservations608-388-3517 or www.mccoymwr.com
2. Additional lodging is available on post at Anderson Hall on a space available basis.

Call 608-388- 2107 to check availability and make reservations
3. Motels in the Area - There are motels in Tomah and Sparta near Hwy 21.

If you are planning on using a motel - you are responsible for your reservations.
4. Everyone attending is responsible for making their lodging arrangements!
5. Wilke – brings chapter picnic supplies, auction paddles
6. Jene & Anderson - Organize & coordinate activities (Mens and Womens)

7. Littmann – supplies folding tables (2)
B. Water & Drinks
1. BYO - bottled water, soda, beer, etc.
C. Hygiene Plan
1. Bathrooms / Toilet facilities available on site
D. Meal / Food Plan - Supper sponsored by Chapter 73
1. ALL - Bring a dish to pass – RSVP to Jim Anderson, 414-481-3495,


2. Littmann/MacGillis - Supply the burgers, brats, buns, condiments
3. MacGillis / Littmann/Designated Individuals (Mike & son) - Set for meal & cooking Ops

4.  All other meals – responsibility of individual families

5.  Wilke – brings chapter picnic supplies

E. Activities Plan
1. Socializing, general BS – 1300 hours
2. Business mtg - 1400 hrs

3. Fundraiser Live Auction – 1445hrs

4. Corn Hole (bean bag) Tournament – 1545 hrs
5. Evening meal - 1700 hrs. - Provided by Chapter 73

5. COMMAND & SIGNAL

A. Command:

1. Location of President, Chapter officers & support personnel – will be on site

B.  Signal:

1.  Telephone number on site – 608-388-3517 Pine View Campground

608-269-2132 Sparta Hospital

608-388-2266 Ft McCoy Police

2.  Other phone numbers:

Jim Fridl - 908-391-0300

Jim Anderson - 414-481-3495

Bernie Jene - 719-337-7483

Lester Beam - 920-822-3151