Camp Tuscazoar Breeze

February 1999        Vol. 10, Number 1

 
"Native American games" will add new twist to Gold Rush

The Erie, the Delaware, the Tuscarawas, the Mohican: these Native Americans all lived in Ohio at one point in our history. They camped along the banks of the Tuscarawas River, searched for food in the valley's cold winter snows and, of course, they played games to keep warm and to sharpen their skills.

This year’s Gold Rush Competition Feb. 12-14 will include several games played by Native Americans. And, be warned, these games aren’t always as simple as they appear. Competing units will be judged on their ability to perform the outdoor games and tasks, along with their leadership, teamwork and spirit.

Here are the event requirements. Patrol names must reflect Native American culture. Patrols must be made up of from 5 to 7 Scouts. Patrols must bring the following items: a first aid kit; at least two neckerchiefs; a six-foot long piece of light twine; and a coup stick at least five feet long (a small straight sapling will work very well but trees may not be cut at camp). The coup stick can be decorated, if the patrol chooses.

Age divisions will break down into four groups: Adults age 18 & up (non-competing); Senior Scouts ages 15 to 17; Junior Scouts ages 11 to 14; and Cubs / Webelos - under age 11.

The participation fee is $6.00 per person, which includes lunch on Saturday, and an event patch. Camping fees are additional. Please prepare properly for the winter weather.

The weekend schedule will include a Leader’s Cracker Barrel on Friday night, the "NATIVE AMERICAN GAMES" competition on Saturday, a campfire Saturday night, and Sunday church services in Tom’s Chapel, weather permitting. The W. C. Moorhead Museum and Trading Post will be open on Saturday.

Units need not camp to compete, but must register in advance. If your group is planning to participate, please contact the camp as soon as possible so we can plan our meal. We look forward to seeing you and extend an invitation to other family members to join us Saturday for the fun!

For more information, call (330) 859-2288 or event chairman Don Selby at 330-477-5085.

Icky's Items of Interest:

The furnace in Hoover Lodge has been relocated to the main room. This should significantly improve the heat in this popular lodge during the winter months.

The camp's water pump was repaired and reassembled. New brushes were installed and the pump motor was overhauled. As far as we know, this is the first maintenance to this pump in 20 years.

A local troop will be building a Webelos crossover site near White Eyes campsite. If your unit would like to use this site when complete, please contact the camp.

A new wood burning stove has been installed in Keppler Lodge, and the building has been completely rewired.

Be sure to visit the camp's website at www.tuscazoar.org for the latest event news, photo contest, Zoarville Station Bridge updates and lots of other information.

 
May 7-9

The mystery deepens at Dover Dam Weekend

If you thought last year's Dover Dam Weekend was a mystery, then you'll really be puzzled at this year's event, scheduled for May 7-9 at camp. Last year, campers scattered throughout Tuscazoar to gather pieces of Icky's stolen headdress and, despite almost constant rain, several groups of young sleuths met the challenge.

Once again, Chairman Bob Spencer is cooking up and ingenious puzzle that only the most creative, thoughtful, and tenacious campers will be able to solve.

We have been able to gather clues about a couple of the events. As always, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which operates Dover Dam, will open the dam and conduct tours. Also, we've managed to learn that the climbing wall will make a return appearance, weather permitting. And, as in past years, Saturday's events will conclude with a campfire at Hoover Lodge Amphitheater.

The cost is $6 per person which includes a spaghetti feast (with meatballs) for dinner and an event patch. Camping fees are additional.

Check-in for campers will begin on Friday evening. Day-only attendees can register Saturday morning at Duryee Lodge. The events begin Saturday morning after an opening flag-raising.

It doesn't seem like it now, but Spring will soon be here, so reserve your campsite soon for this challenging event.

If we can uncover any more details, we'll pass them along to you in the next issue of the Breeze.

Help solve the mystery at the 12th annual

Dover Dam Weekend

Come and enjoy...

Mystery Contest
Tours of Dover Dam
Climbing Wall
Campfire
Spaghetti Dinner

Much, much more!

May 7-9 at Camp Tuscazoar

The activity fee is $6 per person, which includes all activities, an event patch and Saturday dinner.

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1999 Dover Dam Weekend

Yes, my group will join the fun at the '99 Dover Dam Weekend, May 7-9. All fees are enclosed.

Organization name: __________________________

Campsite fee: ____________________

Leader Name: ______________________________

Telephone: ______________________

Activity Fees:

______ persons at $6 per person = $________ enclosed

Phone 330-859-2288 for more information.

Please return this form to:
Camp Tuscazoar, 6066 Boy Scout Rd. NE, Dover, OH 44622

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Comments from the President

Wanted: tools, workers for camp projects

We are one year away from the 80th anniversary of Camp Tuscazoar and this year we hope to significantly improve our camp.

Camp Tuscazoar needs of a lot of "tender loving care" that the Foundation's board of trustees cannot provide entirely by themselves. We are asking our members and those that use the camp to step forward and help provide the care the camp needs.

In the coming year, please plan to spend four or five hours doing either general service projects or helping with any of the planned construction projects. Some tools and materials can be provided, but items such as chain saws, mauls, wedges, and post hole diggers will have to be brought to camp. An inventory of camp tools and materials will be made in the next several weeks, which will give us a better idea of what additional items we may need.

During the summer, save building materials such as concrete, mortar (full bags), lumber, fence posts (treated), OSB and T-111 panels left over from home projects. If your friends or relatives have items that could be used, please ask to have them donated.

If you know of any work that needs to be done in camp, please let someone know so it can be added to our list.

Let's make it a year to remember!

Don Selby
President, C.T.F., Inc.

 
Ambitious improvement projects planned for '99

If you have a few hours to donate on weekends, we have a job for you. Our plans are ambitious, but with enough willing hands, these projects can be accomplished. You do not need to be a skilled tradesman to help. We have skilled people ready to assist you. Below is the work list for the coming year.

New roofs for Jamboree, Duryee, Tool Shed
Remodel Duryee Lodge
Build two new shower facilities
Install new water and electric lines
Build fire tool sheds
Build storage rack on the tool shed
Other repairs as needed

 
Campmasters needed for weekends

The '98-'99 camping season is underway at Camp Tuscazoar, and it's offering you a chance to get away from the big city and spend a quiet weekend away from it all. The Tuscazoar Campmaster Program offers volunteers 21 years of age and older an opportunity to camp at Tuscazoar (in Duryee Lodge or in a tent) for a weekend at no charge. Campmasters assist the Ranger in overseeing the camp, including check-in and checkout activities. If you would like to join our outstanding corps of Campmasters, please complete and return the form below. For more information, contact Neil Rupe at 330-339-5951.

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Camp Tuscazoar Campmaster Program Application

Yes, I would like to assist with the Tuscazoar Campmaster Program.

Name: ____________________________________________

Street Address: ______________________________________________________________

City: State: Zip: ______________________________________________________________

Telephone Number: __________________________________

Please return this form to:
Camp Tuscazoar Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 308
Zoarville, Ohio 44656-0308

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Lend a hand at annual events, activities

The Camp Tuscazoar Foundation always needs volunteers to help staff our events during the year. No special skills are required except the desire to contribute a little time to the youth that attend our events. A list of the upcoming events is shown below, so pick as many as you wish and make plans to help out. For information, contact the camp at 330-859-2288 or Don Selby at 330-477-5085.

 
Membership Offers Camp Use Privileges

The Camp Tuscazoar Foundation is always seeking new members, and we encourage you to join our efforts to preserve and improve our camp. Membership in the Camp Tuscazoar Foundation (CTF) offers more than just an opportunity to support our camp financially. Those who are members in good standing can also camp at Tuscazoar during the off-season, June 1 to August 31. Both cabins and tent sites can be reserved at the camp's standard camping rate for Foundation members and their immediate family. For full details, consult the Foundation's camping policies. The CTF is an Ohio nonprofit corporation dedicated to preserving Camp Tuscazoar for future generations of youth. Please consider becoming a member of the Foundation. Camp Tuscazoar needs your help!

Coming Events:

Feb. 7 CTF Board Meeting
Feb. 12-14 Gold Rush XI
March 7 CTF Board Meeting
March 13 Camp Workday
April 11 CTF Board Meeting
April 17 Camp Workday
May 1 Camp Workday
May 2 CTF Board Meeting
May 7-9 Dover Dam Weekend
August 22 Tuscazoar Reunion
Sept. 17-19 Pig Gig Weekend
Sept. 19 Pig Roast Fundraiser
Oct. 9, 10 Enchanted Tuscazoar

 
Camp Tuscazoar "Breeze"
is published by the
Camp Tuscazoar Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 308
Zoarville, OH 44656-0308
http://www.tuscazoar.org

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