What Are the Scout Camporee Olympics?
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CAPITAL CITY DISTRICT Golden Empire Council, B.S.A. 2016 Spring Camporee Olympics APRIL 15th – 17th, 2016 CAMP POLLOCK SACRAMENTO, CA UNIT PARTICIPATION GUIDE Updated 3/10/16 1 In 1908 the Captain Scout, as he called himself, published his book, Scouting for Boys. It appealed to all the sense of adventure and love of open-air life which is so strong in youth. But beyond this it stirred those sentiments of knightly chivalry, of playing the game - any game - earnest or fun - hard and fairly, which constitute the most im- portant part of the British system of education. Success was immediate and far-reaching. The simple uniform, khaki shorts and a shirt - within the range of the poorest - was founded up- on that of General Baden-Powell's old corps, the South African Con- stabulary. The hat was the famous hat with the flat brim and pinched top which he had worn at Mafeking. The motto "Be Prepared" was founded on his initials. Almost immediately we saw at holiday times on the roads of Britain little troops and patrols of Boy Scouts, big and small, staff in hand, trudging forward hopefully, pushing their little handcart with their kit and camping gear towards the woodlands and parklands which their exemplary conduct speedily threw open to them. Forthwith there twinkled the camp fires of a vast new army whose ranks will never be empty, and whose march will never be ended while red blood courses in the veins of youth. It is difficult to exaggerate the moral and mental health which our nation has derived from this profound and simple conception. In those bygone days the motto "Be Prepared" had a special meaning for our country. Those who looked to the coming of a great war wel- comed the awakening of British boyhood. But no one, even the most resolute pacifist, could be offended; for the movement was not milita- ristic in character, and even the sourest, crabbiest critic saw in it a way of letting off youthful steam. --Winston Churchill on Baden Powell 2 What Are The Scout Camporee Olympics? The modern Olympic Games or Olympics are the leading international sporting event featuring summer and winter sports competitions in which thousands of athletes from around the world participate in a variety of competitions. The Olympic Games are considered to be the world's foremost sports competition with more than 200 nations participating.[3] The Olympic Games are held every four years, with the Summer and Winter Games alternating by occurring every four years but two years apart. Their creation was inspired by the ancient Olympic Games, which were held in Olympia, Greece, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. Baron Pierre de Coubertin founded the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 1894. The IOC is the governing body The Games have grown so much that nearly every nation is now represented. The Games also constitute an opportunity for the host city and country to showcase themselves to the world. This years Summer Olympics will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and as Scouts we will be honoring the worlds great athletes by emulating them in competitions of our own. Both individual and team (patrol) com- petitions will be hosted to see who is the best. The various troops, crews and Webelos units will be able to come together and participate and show that they know how to demonstrate the best that scouting has to offer. For the Scouting District it is a chance to bring together all the units for a weekend camping experience and fun. For the Scoutmaster it is a chance to watch his troop interact with other scouts, and interact themselves with other Scoutmasters. For the Senior Patrol Leader it is his chance to shine and show other units what makes his troop so special. For the Patrols it is an opportunity to compete with other boys their age and demonstrate hard-earned skills. For the individual scout it is a chance to play the games that has interested boys for over the centuries. And for the young Webelos, it is an once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete side-by-side with the very scouts they wish to become. So as the torch is run in to the stadium and the crowds of Scouts cheer you’ll hear the announcer cry out, “Let the Games Begin!” 3 The 2016 Camporee Olympics Information Questions? Please contact: Gavin Donaldson, OA Camporee Program Director, ([email protected]) Steve Donaldson, OA Parent Camporee Program Director, ([email protected]) Michael Sullivan, District Outside Program Director, at 916-271-9696 ([email protected]) When? Friday, April 15, 2014 to Sunday, April 17, 2016 Troops, Teams, Crews and Webelos may camp for one or two nights at the Scout Camporee Olympic site. Where? Camp Pollock, Sacramento, CA Who? All Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venture Crews, and their adult leaders are invited to participate in the 2016 Scout Camporee Olympics. Life Scouts and above are highly encouraged to serve as Camporee staff if they’d like to apply. Webelos are invited to come out Saturday to meet the troops from the district and to participate in most Camporee Olympic events. Webelos are welcome and encouraged to camp overnight if they choose but it’s not a requirement. If a Webelos group would like to spend the whole weekend with us they are more than welcome to as well. Driving Instructions—Shortest Distance Head toward the downtown area of Sacramento. From 80 head south on Northgate and from 5 head East on Garden Highway and turning right on Northgate. Camp Pollock will be on your right just before you get to Del Paso Blvd. Fees and Deadlines – Troops / Teams / Crews Fees are $15 per Scout, $10 per Adult through April 4th, 2016. The fees cover the cost of a patch for each participant as well as awards and miscellaneous supplies and costs to put on the Camporee Olym- pics. Late Registration will be available from April 5th through April 12th but the cost per person goes up $5.00. Final deadline to submit online registration forms is Friday, April 12th, 2016. Registration fees are transfera- ble within the unit but are NOT refundable after the deadline. All registrations must be completed on-line or turned in to the council office. There will be no on-site regis- tration. If your unit/scout is not registered before arrival they will not be staying in camp. Please bring payment confirmation with you. Fees and Deadlines – Webelos Fees are $10 per Webelos, $7 per Adult through April 4th, 2016. The fees cover the cost of a patch for each participant as well as awards and miscellaneous supplies and costs to put on the Camporee Olympics. 4 Late Registration will be available from April 5th through April 12th but the cost per person goes up $5.00. Final deadline to submit online registration forms is Friday, April 12th, 2016. Registration fees are transfera- ble within the unit but are NOT refundable after the deadline. All registrations must be completed on-line or turned in to the council office. There will be no on-site regis- tration. If your unit/scout is not registered before arrival they will not be staying in camp. Please bring payment confirmation with you. We encourage Webelos dens to camp overnight for 1 or 2 nights, as you choose, while at the Camporee, however, if you are planning on camping must have at least a 3:2 ratio per Webelos/Adults. Personal Health and Medical Records To ensure the health and safety of everyone, all Scouts and leaders participating in the 2016 Scout Camporee Olympics must have a current, completed Boy Scouts of America Health and Medical Record (Parts A & B). Units are responsible for each Scout’s medical forms and must have the forms available upon request at check-in. Any health/medical condition needing special con- siderations should be brought to the attention of the 2016 Scout Camporee Olympic Medical Officer upon ar- rival. If any special considerations are needed please contact 2016 Scout Camporee Olympics Director. Local Tour Permit Every unit attending the 2016 Scout Camporee Olympics must file a Local Tour Planner. Although Camp Pol- lock is with the council boundaries it is a district event but it’s still good practice to make one out. A copy of the tour planner must be shown at the 2016 Scout Camporee Olympics check-in. Parent Permission Slips All Webelos, Boy Scouts, Venture Scouts and Varsity Scouts (under the age of 18 years old) participating in the 2016 Scout Camporee Olympics must have turned in a signed copy of a parent’s permission slip to their respective adult leaders. At check-in/registration, the adult leader responsible for the unit must be prepared to show permission slips, upon request, for all participants. Restrooms and Service Units Restroom facilities will be available at the 2016 Scout Camporee Olympics site. Units will be asked to take a turns as a service unit during the 2016 Scout Camporee Olympics weekend. SPL’s will be given an oppor- tunity to volunteer for service at the cracker-barrel on Friday evening for service schedule be- ginning on Saturday morning. Service patrols must check in at the headquarters to pick up cleaning supplies and paper products for the restrooms. Please discuss with your scouts common courtesy and clean habits. A perpetual award will be given for the best service patrol. Water Water is available within walking range of the campsites. Garbage All trash is to be deposited in the designated trash bins as will fit.