Parramatta District Scouts "Ewok" Construction Camp

Objective:

The objective is to provide a fun activity for Scouts to complete the requirements for Bushcraft-Pioneering Outdoor Activity Skill (OAS) level 4.

Description:

On Saturday night the Scouts will watch 1 of the Star Wars movies. Additionally, the Scouts will likely visit the North Rocks 7-Eleven for a late night snack (optional).

Skills required:

The Patrol Leader has ultimate decision on suitability of each Scout in their Patrol to participate in this activity, however, as a guide Scouts should have already achieved Bushcraft level 2 prior to attending this activity and be well progressed on Bushcraft level 3.

Scouts are expected to be competent with the following knots/lashings as a minimum:

• clove hitch
• rolling hitch
• round lashing
• square lashing
• prussic square lashing
• diagonal lashing
• double floor lashing

Cost:

$25 covers the cost of all meals and snacks (excluding 7-Eleven visit) from Saturday lunch until Sunday breakfast (inclusive).

Wear:

• Scout shirt and scarf to and from camp, but change shirt for construction activies
• Shorts/pants that are suitable for running & climbing
• Closed in shoes (no thongs, crocs, etc)
• Hat 

Bring:

Overnight bag/pack containing:

• sleeping bag
• sleeping mat
• spare clothing (incl. warm clothing)
• rain coat
• torch/headlamp
• mess kit (plate, bowl, cup, knife, fork & spoon) + tea towel
• personal toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, sunscreen, insect repellent, etc)
• water bottle 
• money to buy snacks at 7-Eleven (optional)

Patrol gear:

Each Patrol needs to bring equipment to construct their structures, which needs to include:

• large strong poles for main supports
• small poles/spars suitable to form deck to support Scouts
• ropes for lashings (synthetic or 'Parramatta' rope is not permitted for any weight bearing lashings)
• ropes, cargo nets, etc to connect between structures
• tarp to make roof over structure