47th Annual
AUGUST 17 – 19, 2O12
ELK LICK SCOUT RESERVE
47th
CALUMET
2012
Elk Lick Scout Reserve
Calumet International Camporee
Registration Information
Dates: August 17 – 19, 2012
Camp Chief
Contact Information
Check in: Friday, after 1:00 pm
Warren Semmel
307 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
Phone: (814) 887-2142
Email:[email protected]
Check out: Sunday, before 11:00 am
Emergency Contact Number: (814) 465-2325
OPTIONS AND FEES
FEES
OPTION 1
UNIT SUPPLIES THEIR
FOOD
OPTION 2
CALUMET SUPPLIES THE
FOOD
SEE NEXT PAGE
YOUTH
$10.00
$25.00
$15.00
$30.00
ADULT
Adult fees include
2 Cracker Barrels and
Commemorative Mug
A $20.00 NON REFUNDABLE deposit
PreRegistration
guarantees the reservation of the first 1000 participants.
UNITS WILL NOT RECEIVE CONFIRMATION
Units choosing OPTION 2 must indicate the anticipated
number of attendees.
Please indicate if your unit is bringing a trailer
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Troop Equipment All units are responsible to provide the following equipment:
 Tents
 Camping gear
 Cooking and eating gear
 Trash bags
 Food (if choosing Option 1)
Refrigeration
Calumet is able to provide limited refrigeration for units that choose
Option 1
Check In
Upon arrival, Unit Leader must register all participants.
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Calumet International Camporee
Camp Information
FRIDAY
HOT DOG
SPECIAL
What: 2 all meat HOT DOGS, 1 bag of CHIPS and 1 DRINK
When: Friday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where: Honeywell Dining Hall
How Much: just $3.00
How To: Purchase tickets when the unit is registered
Calumet Meal
Plan
Option 2
Calumet offers units the opportunity to come to camp without going
to the grocery store. The meal plan includes the following meals:
Saturday
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Snack
Sunday
Breakfast
CAMP INFORMATION AND RESTRICTIONS
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited on camp properties.
Tobacco
All tobacco products are prohibited on camp properties.
Portable
Communication
NO CB radios, walkie-talkies, or other radios are allowed in camp.
Timber and
Wood
Elk Lick has an abundance of “down” timber. DO NOT cut live trees
or standing timber. State regulations prohibit the transportation of
Liquid Fuels
Calumet requires that all liquid fuels are stored in the Tribal Chief
camp site. All refueling will be done at a designated area
determined by the Tribal Chief. Units are prohibited from storing
fuel in the troop site.
Dress Code
All participants are expected to comply with BSA policy and
standards of good taste. T-shirts should not have offensive or
vulgar printing. Bathing suits must be appropriate, for males
(shorts, full coverage), females (one piece full coverage, no 2 piece
suits).
Patch Traders
Calumet welcomes all Scouts and Scouters. If you are coming just
to trade you must register with Calumet. If you are registered at
Calumet with a unit, you have met this policy.
firewood to Elk Lick Scout Reserve. Firewood will be available for
purchase.
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Calumet International Camporee
Program
Theme—Medieval World
Knights and
Squires
Patrol and individual challenges and games shall be scheduled for
all of Saturday. Events will be inspired by knights, castles,
chivalry, and days of old.
Be Prepared
My lords and ladies: the Kingdom of Elk Lick has a varied terrain.
As such, please allow thyself to become wet from the flowing water
or encrusted in earthen muck. Your unit dress attire will not be
appropriate for your enjoyment of the day!
Individual Games
Individual events shall be demonstrations of the knight’s skills. If
one has not been knighted, then squires may seek recognition from
the throne through mastery of the skills passed on by Lord Baden
Powell of Gilwell.
Patrol Contests
The Duke of Nippert is challenging all Patrols of knights and squires
from all shires and parishes to participate in contests throughout
the day!
You will be presented with opportunities to show your mettle in
amusing and jovial contests. Please have your patrol ready to
demonstrate the following skills:
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The JOUST
STORMING THE CASTLE
Climbing the BASTILLE
Defeating the BLACK NIGHT
SLAYING THE DRAGON
Caring for your MOUNT
Don’t forget your SHRUBBERY for the Knights who say NI!
Iron Scout
Triathlon
Calumet is pleased to offer the Iron Scout Triathlon. This event is
open to Calumet Scouts and Scouters over 14 years of age. Awards
are given in several divisions. As all other Triathlon events, this is
a fitness based event.
Canadian
Roundhouse
One of the many traditions of Calumet has been the Canadian
Roundhouse. An event hosted by Gilwellians, this event roots itself
in many of Scouting’s finest traditions.
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Calumet International Camporee
Program Highlights and Features
Theme—Medieval World
Exhibits,
Demonstrations
and Try-its
In 2012 Calumet has assembled the finest exhibits in the known world.
Archery
Silk Screening
Wood Carving
Cooking
Ham Radio
Rappelling
Patch Trading
Penns Woods Jeep
Rides
Calumet postal
Cancellation
Rifle Shooting
Dunk Tank--We encourage all leaders and knights to change their
attire and have some fun!
Calumet Auction
Friday night is special at Calumet. Honeywell Hall will be the site of
the Calumet Auction. The Camp Chief explores the known world to
find some of the most unique memorabilia for your bid. There is
something for everyone, so bring your spirit and your wallet!
Trading Post
The Calumet Trading Post will be stocked for all of your needs and
wants. Hours will be posted on the Trading Post.
Calumet
Patches
Dutch Oven
Cooking Contest
Calumet Mugs
Camp T-shirts
Calumet Bolo
Ties
BSA Items
Food
Soda Pop
Candy
Calumet
Neckerchiefs
Council Should
Patches
FOS CSP’s
Calumet Pins
Limited Edition
Calumet Stave
Emblems
Calumet Back Patch
Scout Staves
Camp/Calumet
Council Strip
Camp Patches
Marv Peterson Dutch Oven Cooking Award
This contest is open to all Calumet Scouts, Scouters,
and Patrols. Prepare your best dish and bring it to
Honeywell Hall.
Judging is at 1:30 on Saturday.
Unit Spirit
Award
Camporee
Overall
Champion
Calumet Scouts and Scouters always have a spirit that makes this
event special. 2012 Calumet is continuing this tradition by
awarding: The Calumet Unit Spirit Award.
Calumet will award the Overall Champion to the unit which has
the most participation and the best scores. GOOD LUCK
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Calumet International Camporee
Program Schedule
Theme—Medieval World
Friday
1:00 pm
7:00 pm
9:00 pm
9:30 pm
11:00 pm
11:30 pm
Registration and site assignment. Personal will be packed in
Transportation will be provided for Troop Gear.
Calumet Auction
Senior Knights Meeting
Hike in Movie
Adult Leaders Cracker Barrel and Information Meeting. All Shires should
be represented.
TAPS – time for quiet until 6:00 am
Orlos Lodge
Food pick-up units using Option 2. Unit representative with meal ticket
RISE AND SHINE
Early Morn Refreshment
Calumet Opening-all units assemble with Kingdom Colors
Challenges, Contests, Exhibits and Demonstrations begin
Food pick-up units using Option 2. Unit representative with meal ticket
Contests Close for Mid-Day Nourishment
Exhibits and Demonstrations, close for lunch
Mid-Day Nourishment
Iron Scout Walk Through & Sign up
Challenges, Contests, Exhibits and Demonstrations resume
Dutch Oven Contest Judging
Challenges, Contests, Exhibits and Demonstrations, close
Food pick-up units using Option 2. Unit representative with meal ticket
Evening FEAST
Religious Services-A Scout is REVERENT
Catholic Service, Marconi Chapel
All Faith Service, Picnic Pavilion
Scouts Own Service, the Bell at Honeywell Hall
Awards Ceremony and Celebration
CALUMET CAMPFIRE, all units must attend
Adult Leaders Cracker Barrel and Information Meeting. All units should
attend. Snack pick-up units using Option 2.
TAPS – time for quiet until 6:00 am
Honeywell Hall
Honeywell Hall
Picnic Pavilion
Council Fire
Honeywell Hall
Saturday
6:00 am
6:30 am
6:45 am
8:30 am
9:00 am
11:30 am
11:45 am
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
1:30
4:00
5:00
5:45
6:45
pm
pm
pm
pm
pm
7:45 pm
8:45 pm
10:00 pm
11:30 pm
Calumet Field
Honeywell Hall
Honeywell Hall
Honeywell Hall
Calumet Field
Calumet Field
Honeywell Hall
Sunday
6:00
6:30
6:45
8:15
am
am
am
am
9:00 am
Food pick-up units using Option 2. Unit representative with meal ticket
RISE AND SHINE
Final encampment meal
Campsite cleanup and checkout – Tribal Chief must sign your checkout
sheet.
Calumet Closing Ceremony, all units should attend to receive
information on moving your unit out of camp. Unit Spirit and Overall
Champions will be Crowned
Calumet Field
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Calumet International Camporee
Registration Form
Please complete this form and enclose a $20 unit or $10 individual deposit to register.
WE WISH TO REGISTER THE FOLLOWING:
PLEASE FILL OUT COMPLETELY-APPROXIMATE NUMBERS ARE NECESSARY
Type of Unit: _____Scout _____Venture _____Rover _____Explorer ______Other
Unit Number________________________
Option 1 (unit supplies food)
Option 2 (Calumet Supplies food)
Unit Town__________________________
______Youth @ $10.00 each
______Youth @ $25.00 each
Unit State/Province___________________
______Adults @ $15.00 each
______Adults @ $30.00 each
Adult prices include 2 cracker barrels and a commemorative mug
__________Hot Dog Specials (Friday Only) @ $3.00
Name of Leader in Charge of Unit during Calumet_______________________________________
DO NOT WRITE IN THIS BOX
~Calumet use only~
Special Accommodations
_____ We need a camper/trailer site (Adults Only)
_____ We have a medical condition that will require
accommodation
_____ I can not attend this year but wish to remain
on the mailing list
Mail Registration to:
Rick Price
881 Main Street
Duke Center, Pa. 16729
[email protected]
814-966-3828
Make Checks payable to:
Allegheny Highlands Council
Please complete to remain on the mailing list
Name:___________________________________________
Address:_________________________________________
_________________________________________________
City:_____________________________________________
State/Province_______ Country:_______ Zip____________
Phone:___________________________________________
Email:____________________________________________
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