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On the weekend of March 20th, the Longhorn Council is holding another Rocket Academy Campout at Sid Richardson Scout Ranch.
Here are some important maps:
Directions to Camp: Click here
Closeup Directions to Camp: Click here
Map of Sid Richardson: Click here
Closeup Map of Camp 9 (Main Camp): Click here
Scroll all the way down for some VERY IMPORTANT info you need to know if you are going
If you like camping and building and launching model rockets, then this is the event for you! This event is what our own Pack Rocket Academies are based upon.
When: March 20th and 21st with option of camping on Friday the 19th as well
Where: Sid Richardson Scout Ranch on beautiful Lake Bridgeport.
Who: Tigers, Wolves, Bears, Webelos and Families. All are welcome!
How Much: Adults and children 6 and up are $27 each. Kids 2-5 are $20 and 2 and under are free. (prices increase if registered after March 17th)
What the fees cover: Model Rocket Kit, T-Shirt, Patch, Saturday Lunch, Dinner and snacks, Sunday breakfast, craft and activities supplies and admission fees. (Everyone, including adults, get all of these things!)
Activities available: Build and launch Model Rockets, Archery, BB Guns, Bounce House, Water and Baking Soda Rockets, Leather Crafts, Space themed games and much much more!
How to sign up: https://events.longhorncouncil.org/OLReg/Events/RocketAcad/
More information on this event is listed on the registration page link above and at http://www.longhorncouncil.org/Programs---Activities/documents/rocket_academy_2009-2010-pdf.aspx
This event is lot of fun and a great way to get in extra camping and experience a real Boy Scout camp. This is not a Pack sponsored event, but those who are going can camp together!
If you are attending the Rocket Academy, here are some things you should be aware of or need to bring:
- Make sure you have very comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots! There is some walking involved, especially to the shooting ranges. The terrain is mostly dirt and rock.
- Bring a small backpack! You will need it to carry your stuff in as you are out and about collecting things at the various events.
- Pack some snacks for your backpack.
- Bring a water bottle or canteen for your backpack and plenty of water! Not all water sources there are year round. It's best to bring your own.
- Make sure you have bug spray and sunscreen. Hats are also a great idea.
- The covered latrines in the campsites are NOT flush toilets with running water. Wet wipes are STRONGLY recommended! They have flush toilets at the dining hall.
- A folding table is an excellent suggestion for your campsite if you have one.
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