Monday, April 27, 2009

Record attendance?

Cub Adult Camp this weekend was the largest event I've attended at Camp Rock Enon.  There were people everywhere.

I heard that there were 512 registrants not including staff. 

Isn't that amazing though?  

500+ Cub Scouts and adults (parents and leaders) braved the 95+ degree weather, and worked through a busy day of field games, bb shooting, archery, leather craft, hiking, obstacle course, and fishing.

The "Hep Pa Stuf"store stayed busy with $1 drinks, snacks and Camp Rock Enon baubles.

By the time the campfire was over, wing dings consumed, and kids hit the sack, it was almost 10:30.

What a great day for Scouting!

(Kudos to Rachel Ringler and her staff!)

What did you think of the weekend?  Comment and let us know!

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Camperships in need of a campership!


Following up on an earlier post--our campership fund needs campership funds!

The Camp Rock Enon fan page on Facebook just released an announcement that with a record demand this year, the fund is in the red.  The council is helping every way they can.

As of today, 27 Scouts have been helped to the tune of $2300.

The Facebook Update challenged its fans to generate $10 per fan to put the fund back in the black.  Could be a lot of fun to see how that challenge will work out!

If you would like to help out with the challenge, feel free to drop a check for any amount to:

BSA
Attn.:  Campership Fund
107 Youth Development Court
Winchester VA  22602

(Write "Blog" on the "Memo" line and we'll track the results--readers or fans!)

Oh, and become a "Fan of Camp Rock Enon" while you are on Facebook!

CRE (and the CRE fans) really are the best! 

Camp Rock Enon High Adventure Video

Remember to breathe...

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Camperships to Camp Rock Enon

Summer camp is right around the corner.  Long, hot days, plenty of bugs, great programs, and plenty of swimming.  

This year's summer camp rates are a bargain.

But some Scouts will have trouble making ends meet.  
And that is where your Order of the Arrow at Camp Rock Enon comes in.  The Shenshawpotoo Lodge offers "camperships" to help defray the costs for those Scouts in need.

Flip back to page 17 (out of 19 in the document) for the Campership Application.  Scouts may qualify for up to 50% credit.  Only Shenandoah Area Council Scouts may apply.

This is available for Cub Scouts as well as Boy Scouts.

The deadline is fast approaching:  15 APR 2009.  Get yours in today!

Has your unit used the Campership program?  Are you seeing more need this year?  Have you even heard of the Campership program?  Comment!

Sunday, March 22, 2009

56th Explorer/Venturer Weekend 17-19 APR 2009

I couldn't find a link to this, and wanted to make sure the information was out there for you.

Here is the text of the flyer:

56th  EXPLORER/VENTURER WEEKEND

APRIL 17-19, 2009

CAMP ROCK ENON, GORE, VA

DIRECTOR:  CHRIS SPAID – 540-662-2551 OR EMAIL –cspaid@bsamail.org

 

DIRECTIONS:  16 miles west of Winchester, VA on Route 50 West.  Take left at Gore, VA (look for BSA Camp road sign).  Take left on Route 704 (look for Camp Rock Enon sign).  Go 4 miles and make left on Route 693 (look for Camp Rock Enon sign) – road will take you to camp. 

 

ACTIVITIES:  Campwide Events, Rappelling/Rock Climbing, Marksmanship/Archery, Geo Caching, Volleyball Tournament and Lipsync (Talent) Contest. 

 

COST:  Tent Camping (fee paid by April 10th) - $30.00; after April 10th  - $35.00.  Cabin Camping (fee paid by April 10th) - $35.00; after April 10th  - $40.00.  Fee is per person. 

 

SLEEPING FACILITIES ARE VERY RUSTIC:  Participants must provide own sleeping bag, personal gear, warm clothes (appropriate clothing in case of rain) and flash lights.  Remember to bring your mattress pad if you have one, we do not provide mattresses.

 

UNIT ACCIDENT INSURANCE:  Each unit is required to submit evidence of carrying Health and Accident Insurance.

 

AWARDS:  Certificates and patch for each participant.  1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons for Rock Climbing/Rappelling, Geo Caching, Archery, and Marksmanship; Plaques for Lipsync (Talent) Contest, Volleyball, and Campwide Events; 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies over all and Most Spirited Award (based on spirit) sportsmanship, points awarded throughout events.

 

WE STRESS PARTICIPATION:  Advisors are encouraged to participate.  Advisors scores will be included in marksmanship.

 

SPECIAL NOTICE:  Alcoholic beverages and non-prescription illegal drugs are prohibited at Camp Rock Enon.  Individuals found to be possessing, consuming or under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be IMMEDIATELY SEPARATED FROM CAMP.  All firearms and sheath knives are prohibited in camp, anyone found with any of the above will be IMMEDIATELY SEPARATED FROM CAMP.

 

ALL COED  UNITS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A MALE AND FEMALE ADVISOR DURING THE WEEKEND.

 

 

 

 

SCHEDULE

 

FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2009

 7:00PM                                             Registration/Site Assignments – Dining Hall

 8:00PM                                             Cracker Barrel – Dining Hall

10:00PM                                             Briefing and Announcements

11:00PM                                             LIGHTS OUT

 

SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2009

 8:00AM – 9:00AM                            Breakfast – Dining Hall

 9:00AM -10:00AM                            Activity Period 1

10:00AM -11:00AM                             Activity Period 2

11:00AM -12:00                        Activity Period 3

12:00PM – 1:00PM                     Lunch – Dining Hall

 2:00PM – 3:00PM                     Activity Period 4

 3:00PM - 4:00PM                     Activity Period 5

 5:00PM - 5:30PM                     Free Time

 5:30PM – 7:00PM                     Dinner – Dining Hall

 7:00PM – 11:00PM                    Lipsync (Talent) Contest, Dance, Awards –Bowman Lodge

 

SUNDAY, APRIL 19, 2009

 8:00AM - 9:00AM                   Breakfast

 9:00AM                         Chapel

 

GENERAL RULES

Adult leaders with Post/Crew at all times.

Vehicles parked in parking lot only, no exceptions.

Please keep campsite and or cabin clean, pick up trash.

Water may or may not be provided.  Sometimes due to unforeseen problems the water

can go off with no warning.

Participants need Leaders permission to leave campsite and only in pairs.

Do not cut live trees, plenty of down wood in camp.

No fireworks, sling shots, long knives, or other items considered dangerous.

Report all accidents to Director, Advisor and Medical Officer

Review all items, especially score sheet

Dress appropriately for the weather.

Campsites will be assigned at check in.

Roster provided at check in.

Any allergies to food should be made known to cooks so proper preparation can be made.

Units must observe BSA’s no smoking policy.

 

 

 

 

 

TO:    Explorer/Venturer Division, BSA

          107 Youth Development Court

          Winchester, VA 22602

          540-662-2551 – 8am-5pm

          540-662-2725 Fax    or Email cspaid@bsamail.org

 

POST/CREW                    from                                                            Council

 

FEE:  April 10th deadline:  Tent Camping - $30.00 per person (after April 10th $35.00 per person) and Cabin Camping $35.00 per person (after April 10th) $40.00) per person

 

Total Youth/Adult registration fees $___________.

 

 LIPSYNC CONTEST:  Song/Artist:                                                                     

 

Contact:  Person:   Name                                                                   

                            

                             E-Mail _________________________________

 

                             Address                                                               

 

                             City/State Zip                                                               

 

                             Phone (H)                                   (W)                               

 

 

NAME

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Y/A

PAID

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friday, March 20, 2009

Fun with Son--Cub Camping


Another perfect weekend at Camp Rock Enon.

Fishing, BB guns, archery, obstacle course, and tons of nature.

Cub Scouts and an adult can camp 25-26 APR 2009 in the quiet of Camp Rock Enon.

$40 covers a Scout and an adult for all of their food and the Scout's t-shirt.

Don't miss a great opportunity to spend time with your Scout (or parent!) at "The Rock"!

More details:  registration is due by 12 April (no walk-ins!)

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Camp Rock Enon Beaver Day 2009


This Saturday, you can help get Camp Rock Enon ready for the 2009 camping season.

Bring your favorite tools, work clothes and gloves.

Scouts, friends and family are all welcome to help out.

Current weather report is good!  In fact, it looks GORE-geous!

Projects will cover everything from spreading grass seed to electrical work.

OH!  And don't forget the FREE LUNCH!

More details here:  CRE Beaver Day

Come out and be a busy beaver!  Call the office at 540-662-2551 and let them know.