Coronado Area Council Cub Scout Leader's Guidebook for: Chuckwagon Skills Day 2021 - Chuckwagon Skills Day Family Camp Saturday, May 8-9, 2021 ...

Coronado Area Council

Cub Scout Leader’s Guidebook for:

   Chuckwagon Skills Day 2021

 Chuckwagon Skills Day Family Camp

      Saturday, May 8-9, 2021
      Camp Brown, Abilene KS

Cub Scout
                             Chuckwagon Skills Day
                                 Date: May 8-9
                        Place: Camp Brown, Abilene KS
                             Registration: 8:30-9:30
                         Start Time: 9:45 Opening Flags
      Fees: $25.00 per Cub Scout/Sibling ($30 per after Early Bird Deadline)
                                $15.00 per Adult
                   Attention: Early Registration Ends April 16

The Coronado Area Council is holding its 17th annual Chuckwagon Skills Day on
Saturday May 8th & 9th. 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 Scout spirit, 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 Scouting 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 – 5:50 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

7:45 AM – 8:15 AM                 Breakfast

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM                 Church Service

9:00 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)