Coronado Area Council

Cub Leader’s Guidebook for:

Chuckwagon Skills Day 2019

Chuckwagon Skills Day Family Camp

Saturday, May 11-12, 2019 Camp Brown, Abilene KS

Cub Scout Chuckwagon Skills Day Date: May 11-12 Place: Camp Brown, Abilene KS Registration: 8:30-9:30 Start Time: 9:45 Opening Flags Fees: $25.00 per /Sibling $15.00 per Adult Attention: Early Registration Ends May 1

The Coronado Area Council is holding its 16th Chuckwagon Skills Day on Saturday May 11th & 12th. It is open to all Cub Scouts. The only program on Sunday will be the vespers following breakfast.

The Chuckwagons used are scaled-down models of the Old West Chuckwagons. Using the dimensions on the other resource link as a reference, these wagons can be easily built in a weekend. The design, materials, and workmanship can be creative, but the dimensions and restrictions must be followed.

Each Chuckwagon will have a maximum of 12 Scouts working as a team. We recommend that the packs mix the age groups of the Cub Scouts. Only Cub Scouts are eligible to compete. THE REGISTERED SCOUTS THAT START ON THE WAGON MUST STAY ON THAT WAGON FOR THE DAY. Substitutions must be cleared with the Chuckwagon staff Chairman.

Wagons must have one adult volunteer guide to help the Chuckwagon Staff. These volunteers will assist at the stations as the Scouts pull into a fort. All information and some supplies will be furnished by the station captain for that fort. Each fort will have stations at which the Scouts will have a skill or physical task to do. Some Scouts pull and some push the Chuckwagons. Trotting along are their guides, Pack Leaders, Parents, and families. Everyone is encouraged to cheer on the Scouts. The Wagon Guide can help the Scouts if their wagon breaks down, but otherwise NO ADULT IS ALLOWED TO HANDLE THE WAGON OR ASSIST DURING THE SKILL TESTING.

At each fort, in addition to points scored for each skill station, points will be awarded, for , Teamwork, and following instructions. Cub Scout Chuckwagon Skills Day Starting Line Instruction Sheet

1. Read all instructions carefully. It may mean a higher score.

2. All Cub Scouts must be in proper clothing (Activity Uniform is Recommended)

3. Registration if from 8:30 to 9:30. Opening Flags will follow at 9:45

4. The following items are a must in each wagon to complete the day: a. Tiger Cub Book, Wolf Book, Bear Book, Webelos Book b. Rain gear for each Scout c. Pencil and pad of paper for each Scout d. 12 ropes (each 36 inches long) e. First Aid Kit f. One neckerchief for each Scout g. Unit number and name of Charter Organization displayed on each wagon (this can be a sign or painted on the cover) h. 1 Litter Bag i. Water bottles for each Scout j. Tools and spare parts for the wagon k. 1 Blanket l. A SACK LUNCH FOR EACH SCOUT 5. Rain will not interfere with the event – in case of thunderstorms, please follow the emergency plan as directed by the staff.

6. Each wagon shall appoint a Scout to be the “Wagon master”, who shall be responsible for getting the Scorecard completed at each station. The Wagon master may also be asked to make decisions at points along the trail.

7. After opening flags, you will start your skill trail. Make sure your Scouts go directly to the first station shown on the rotation chart you received at check-in. If your team goes to the wrong station you will lose valuable time.

8. After your team arrives at you first station, follow the instructions given by the staff. Be sure the Wagon master gets the scorecard filled out before leaving the station.

9. There will be a Dead-Eye shoot off to award bonus points at the end of the rotations. Each Wagon master should select a person to shoot at each of the ranges. Choose carefully, points will help your team!

10. When finished with all rotations, and the shoot off, be sure to turn your score cards into the trading post.

11. Scout spirit and Teamwork are critical on the Trail. Wagon yells and chants are a great way to pass the time.

12. Wagon inspections will take place at one of the rotations along the trail. Wagon master should be present and able to answer questions during the inspection.

13. If you have any question about the rules or the skills please contact a Chuckwagon Staff member.

We also want to remind all participants that the rules of Good Sportsmanship apply at all events. We take the “Do Your Best” motto seriously. Please be supportive!!! Coronado Area Council Chuckwagon Skills Day **Tentative Schedule of Events** Saturday

8:30 AM Check In

9:45 AM Opening Flag Ceremony

10:00 AM – 5:20 PM Rotations

Time will be allotted for lunch in campsites or wagons. (Everyone should bring a sack lunch)

5:20 PM – 6:10 PM Shootout at the Ranges!!!!!!!

6:30 PM Supper at the Dining Hall

7:45 PM Closing Flag Ceremony, Followed by Campfire

10:30 PM Lights Out

Sunday

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM Breakfast

8:45 AM – 9:15 AM Church Service

9:15 AM – 11:00 AM Pack Up Camp and Head Home.

(NO VEHICLES ALLOWED IN THE CAMPING AREA. THE CAMP TRUCK WILL BEGIN TO HAUL GEAR IMMIDIATLY FOLLOWING THE CHURCH SERVICE)