Hello Everyone,
The details and quick links for the Parent/Son Camporee are listed below. We tried to put everything in one place for everyone.
2014 Parent Son Camporee Event Schedule
Trip Destination:
> Camp Raven Knob – Camp Raven Knob Website The address is 266 Raven Knob Road, Mt. Airy, NC 27030. Directions to Raven Knob Map Here is a map of the internal camp – Inside Raven Knob Camp Map.
>For more details from the Old Hickory BSA Council visit: Parent Son Camporee Details For some reason, the Old Hickory website is redirecting our link back to their home page. Once you reach the Old Hickory Council website home page, scroll down and the camporee link is on the left side of the page near the bottom.
Trip Date and Time:
>October 10-12, 2014
>Check-in from 5pm to 8pm on Friday night in the dining hall and between 9:30am and 10:30am on Saturday (a designated adult leader from Pack 934 will check-in for the entire unit).
>Opening Ceremony is at 9:00am on Saturday – arrive early between 8:00am and 9:00am!
About 2014 Parent/Son
>Campsite assignment – Piney Ridge A, B & C
>Parent/Son Camporee is open to all registered Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts (Wolf and Bear), and Webelos.
>This is not family camping. This event is for registered Cub Scouts, Parents, and Leaders only.
What to bring for your Parent/Son adventure and Other Helpful Hints:
>Class A Uniform for certain activities
>Pack 934 has elected the Meal Plan option. As such, the following applies:
>Friday dinner and Saturday breakfast is on your own in your campsite
>The following meals will be in the Dining Hall: Saturday Lunch; Saturday Dinner; Sunday Breakfast
>Wear comfortable closed toed shoes. Also, bring hiking boots as hiking opportunities are usually included as part of the activities. Always go hiking with buddies and never go without an adult.
>Museum and trading post will be opened so bring some cash!
>Bring warm clothes and rain gear, as the nights can be chilly and the days rainy at Camp Raven Knob.
>The does not provide tents for this event. For our assigned campsites (Piney Ridge A, B & C) you will need to provide your own tent, sleeping bag and pillow.
>Flashlight
>Lantern
>Toiletries
>Limited activities will take place Saturday morning and events will take place in the camp program areas on Saturday afternoon. Arrive on Friday for the full Parent Son Camporee experience.
>There will be a worship service Sunday morning.
>Pack snacks in airtight containers and be sure to bring plenty of water. Refillable water bottles can be helpful.
>Be sure to bring your fishing pole, tackle box, and live bait. Catch and Release only.
>A lot of great photo opportunities occur at Raven Knob, so be sure to bring a camera.
>Bring a first aid kit for that small scratch. Raven Knob first aid center is the place to go for bigger emergencies.
>Always use the buddy system and never go hiking alone or when the trails are dark.
>Bring sunscreen and insect repellant.
>Trail mix is great for a snack in between meals and fits easily in your short pockets or in a small backpack.
>S’mores and marshmallows are always a hit at the Pack campfire. The Pack will provide them…
>If you have firewood suitable for burning available, please bring to the camp.
Cell phone service can be spotty at Raven Knob but here is Shannon’s cell number 336-692-4519.
We will see you there.
Cub Scout Pack 934