Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Footwear Policy for Camp Rock Enon--Effective Immediately

                                                                                   

FOOTWEAR POLICY (RULES) FOR CAMP ROCK ENON

The below policy is hereby effective immediately regarding proper footwear use at Camp Rock Enon:

1. Open-toed shoes, and/or sandals, and Vibram FiveFinger type shoes are not appropriate footwear at Camp Rock Enon and are prohibited anywhere on the property except in the showers.

2. Scouts, leaders and staff must wear closed-toed shoes to all meals, daily activities and evening activities. Closed-toed shoes are defined as sneakers or tennis shoes, trail shoes, or hiking boots.

3. Rubber clogs (Brand Name - Crocรข clogs) with closed toe and strap are permitted during the following times:

v  Directly from campsite to shower house and back.
v  Free time in campsite.
v  Directly from campsite to waterfront and back (if you are planning to go from waterfront to another activity you must wear closed-toe shoes as described in paragraph 1).
v  Specific times your activity requires water shoes (example: creek exploration).

The wearing of socks with the rubber clogs shoes is highly encouraged to minimize slippage, blisters, and cuts.

4. Visitors will only be allowed as far as the dining hall in open-toed footwear. Visitors must have the appropriate closed-toed footwear to proceed to the campsites and program areas.

5. The on duty Camp Director, Ranger, or Campmaster are the final authority in determining whether footwear is unsafe on Camp Rock Enon property. You may also direct any questions regarding this policy to these same individuals or the Camping Committee.

6. Campers, leaders, and staff will be required to return to there campsite immediately to change into appropriate footwear for those activities requiring closed-toed shoes. Continued non-compliance with this policy may result in the offender losing program privileges or being asked to leave Camp Rock Enon property. Other actions may be taken at the discretion of the Shenandoah Area Council and Camping Committee as deemed appropriate.

Monday, June 28, 2010

Hot at The Rock? Not always...


Just a few short months ago, we were up to our eyebrows in snow...

Enjoy the hot sun and cold water!

Friday, June 25, 2010

Cub Scout Program Director Meeting--29 JUN 2010



Who:  All Cub Scout Program Directors (including Twilight Directors)
Where:  Bowman Lodge, Camp Rock Enon
When:  Tuesday, 29 June, 6PM for dinner (let Tony Manzione know if you are attending dinner!), 6:45PM meeting

Come out and enjoy the dinner with the Cubmasters during Week #2 of the Cub Resident Camp program.  Hear firsthand feedback on the program being offered.

The Cub Scout Program Directors Meeting will begin right after the dinner.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

New Camp Rock Enon Photographers at check-in


When you get to Camp Rock Enon, one of the first things you do is get your picture taken.

This year MBeePhotography is doing the work!

Want to see the CRE Staff in action?  Scroll down and watch the slide show here.

To order your photos, use this form for Cub Scouts and this form for Boy Scouts.

You can order everything from a single print to a hardcover yearbook!

We can't wait to see you this summer...at THE ROCK!

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Share YOUR Fun at Camp Rock Enon


Have you ever had fun at Camp Rock Enon?

Earned a merit badge, used a shotgun, climbed a cliff, caught a fish...or just enjoyed a cold day in the snow?

So the big question:  WHY ARE YOU KEEPING ALL THE FUN TO YOURSELF?

Last year, thousands of Scouts stayed for summer camp or came back for other weekends during the off-season.

Camp Rock Enon would like to hear from YOU!

Here's how...

Facebook
You can post your pictures and comments to Camp Rock Enon on Facebook.
Search for Camp Rock Enon and friend him...her...it.  CRE has even been known to add comments and chat a little.
Camp Rock Enon really likes to be tagged on pictures.  When you look as good as CRE, that's just the way it is.

Email
Camp Rock Enon has email.  Yep, and it isn't the Ranger's email either.
Send a picture and a little information about what you did at camp, and we'll share it on this blog.
Have an idea?  CRE can forward your camp suggestion straight to the Camping Committee.  Seriously, CRE is that powerful.

Twitter
Do you tweet?  Camp Rock Enon does!  "Follow" me, boys!...and girls!...and adults!  Now that CRE has wireless, the birds aren't the only ones who tweet.

Scouts and Scouters--if you see Pooh, tell him I'm watching...always watching...

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Beaver invasion predicted!


CRE Beaver Days
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Wednesday, June 2, 2010

If you are that person who can perform any type of labor to help the camp (and its weary old ranger), please report to Camp Rock Enon at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 29, 2010, to participate in the Beaver Day.  Or, if you are RETIRED, UNEMPLOYED, or OTHERWISE AVAILABLE, a special weekday Beaver Day is scheduled for Wednesday, June 2, 2010. 

There will all sorts of projects to complete (a partial list is included below), and EVERYONE IS WELCOME. 

Projected projects:
·       Distribute and set up tents and cots in all sites.
·       Roofing repairs at various locations.
·       Install electrical service to first Adirondack in Sleepy Hollow campsite.
·       Straighten and brace rope bridge and climbing rope in Obstacle Course.
·       Burn refuse at burn pile.
·       Various projects at Waterfront area:
·       Install new light fixture in shelter
·       Remove old siding boards from tower
·       Rake and level sand along beach area
·       Clean walk-in refrigerators and replace screening at Dining Hall.
·       Clean all shower houses and re-caulk around tiles in Adult Showers.

Many other projects are available and may be assigned.  Tools will be provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own favorites, especially if you have power tools you want to show off.  Please come ready with your own work gloves, sturdy boots, and clothes that you don't mind getting dirty!  Pick-up trucks are especially needed.

Lunch will be provided by the camp.

Who's invited?  Everyone!  Bring troops, packs, crews, families, and friends;  but most of all, bring yourselves, so you can be proud of your work for Camp Rock Enon!

Please contact Ranger Frank at 540-858-2551 for more information.


Thursday, March 18, 2010

Explorer-Venturer Weekend 16-18 APR 2010


Had enough of this?

Camp Rock Enon will be hosting an Explorer/Venturer Weekend, 16-18 April.

If your post or crew needs a chance to get out and stretch, this is the place and time to do it!

From the flyer:
ACTIVITIES: Campwide Events, Rappelling/Rock Climbing, Shooting Sports/Archery, Volleyball Tournament and Lipsync (Talent) Contest.
Pistol shooting will be offered as part of the Marksmanship activity. All Adult leaders may participate. Only Venture Crew members that have previously completed an NRA Basic Pistol course (First Steps or Basic Pistol) may also participate. Proof of course completion must be presented at sign-in. This may be a copy of the course certificate, a course completion card or a letter from the course instructor with the instructor's name and NRA number.
COST: Tent Camping (fee paid by April 12th) - $30.00; after April 12th - $35.00.  Cabin Camping (fee paid by April 12th) - $35.00; after April 12th - $40.00. Fee is per person.
For more information, contact Chris Spaid at 540-662-2551 or by email.