Camp Tuscazoar Breeze

November 1996       Vol. 7, Number 4

W.C. Moorhead Museum opens at Camp Tuscazoar

With speeches, songs and moving tributes, the W.C. Moorhead Museum was officially dedicated and opened on the afternoon of Sunday, October 6.

More than 100 visitors gathered for the museum's much-anticipated opening on a spectacular fall day. The program began at 3 p.m. with a flag raising at the new museum flag pole by Troop 94. Special moments included remarks by Jim McLinden and Grant Hansen, Cecil's friends and executors of his estate. Bernie Myers spoke as well, recalling the many years he spent with Cecil at Tuscazoar. Also, a representative from area congressman Bob Ney's office announced that the congressman recently mentioned the W.C. Moorhead Museum on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives.

Members of the Troop 5 Foundation added their voices to the ceremony, singing the "National Anthem", "Trail the Eagle", "The Chief's Song" and "The Tuscazoar Hymn". Rev. Stan Dickerson delivered the invocation and the benediction.

Following the dedication, visitors had an opportunity to tour the museum and view some of the memorabilia and historical items that have been donated for display. Items on display include the original Pipestone cross that hung in Tom's Chapel for many years, a patch collection, a neckerchief collection, newspaper articles telling of the completion of Hoover Lodge and Keppler Lodge, historical photos, the Tuscazoar weather rock, an early camp bugle, and much more.

The Camp Tuscazoar Foundation, and all those who will visit the museum in the coming years, owe a great debt of gratitude to those who helped complete the W.C. Moorhead Museum with their donations of time, money, materials and artifacts. A plaque commemorating all those donors who helped make the museum a reality will be displayed in the museum this spring.

The museum will be open on Saturdays, and work will continue on new displays. Donations to the museum can be made by contacting museum curator Eric Schoenbaum at 330-493-1386 or the camp at 330-859-2288.

W. Cecil Moorhead

W.C. Moorhead, Camp Tuscazoar's first ranger, established a trust fund to finance the construction of a museum for the enjoyment and education of camp visitors. When he passed away in 1993, the Camp Tuscazoar Foundation began planning for the museum's development. Cecil's lifelong collection of memorabilia will be housed in the museum. A variety of displays will trace the camp's history in photographs and memorabilia. Other exhibits will explore the camp's terrain, wildlife, geology, and area history. It is in Cecil's memory that we dedicate this building and its contents today and for eternity for all friends of Scouting and Camp Tuscazoar to cherish and enjoy.

- from the dedication program.

The Eagle's Walk...

Silhouetted against the sky, wings extended to their full expanse, flies one solitary eagle...brave, courageous, proud; celebrating life as it soars above the treetops. Strong, dedicated, determined-establishing the standards for those who choose to soar at his side.

How fitting that the Eagle should rest atop the pole of the American flag. How fitting that the highest rank a scout can attain is that of the "Eagle".

The Eagle - a symbol of achievement, dedication and pride...an eagle of the greatest magnitude watches from the heavens today as we gather together to honor this man who dedicated his life to the ideals of scouting.

He was a leader, serving as an example of decency, discipline and selflessness. Scouting was his life, his passion and countless young lives were touched and inspired by his presence.

How appropriate that the walkway which leads to this museum should be paved with the names of other eagle scouts who shared the ideals, beliefs, and determination of William C. Moorhead...

He lived his life for scouting, and in death he chose to share a legacy and history that will live as long as Camp Tuscazoar survives.

This Camp Tuscazoar Museum was the dream of Cecil Moorhead, who had no children of his own, but adopted the heart of every child who crossed his path in scouting.

A wealth of history and memories will be preserved inside these walls, and surely as the eagle soars will the spirit of a good and decent man live on forever.

William Cecil (Cece) Moorhead-we thank you. We honor you. We will keep your spirit burning..

Time to register for annual Gold Rush event

On February 9 the bugle will sound to kick off Tuscazoar's ninth Gold Rush competition. Since 1989, competitors have trudged through snow, splashed down muddy trails, or trekked across frozen soil as they worked to claim first place in this annual event.

Fire-starting, first aid, knots, lashing, cooking, orienteering, and semaphore are skills often required to complete the series of challenges that await every unit that ventures onto the trail. Competing units are divided into three groups based on the group's average age. First, second and third place awards are presented in each category.

Check-in for campers will begin on Friday evening, February 8. The competition will begin Saturday morning at 9 a.m. and will conclude at 4 p.m. Units may compete without camping, but must register in advance. The $5 per person fee includes lunch and a commemorative patch. Camping fees are additional.

 
Camp improvements and repairs continue

For the first time in many, many years, Hoover Lodge has running water nearby. A pressure tank and frost free faucet have been installed near the building's northeast corner to complete the water system.

Scout Hal Beringham from Troop 929 recently replaced and painted the wooden sides of the dining area in Kimble Hall for his Eagle project. With the help of fellow troop members, he completed the project in time for the Pig Roast. Great job, Hal!

The new latrine in Keppler Field is nearing completion. The concrete floor has been poured, the walls are up and the roof is on.

The showerhouse near Keppler Lodge and the tool shed are also undergoing repairs. Watch for more details in the next Breeze.

Camp patch now available at the Tuscazoar Trading Post

An official Camp Tuscazoar patch is now for sale at the Tuscazoar Trading Post. This colorful patch depicts the camp stockade with the phrase "Keep The Spirit Burning" below. A hook at the top of the patch enables the owner to wear this keepsake from a shirt button.

The Tuscazoar Trading Post offers many unique items to make a visit to Camp Tuscazoar a more memorable experience. Most of these items can be purchased only through Camp Tuscazoar.

Visitors can now visit the W.C. Moorhead Museum or Duryee Lodge on Saturday's throughout the camping season to purchase camp souvenirs, or items can be purchased by mail. To order by mail, please prepare a list from the items below, enclose a check for the amount, and provide a ship-to address. Send your order to: Camp Tuscazoar Foundation, Inc.; P.O. Box 308; Zoarville, OH 44656. Orders received prior to December 15 should be delivered before Christmas.

Tuscazoar Trading Post Items

T-shirts (stockade logo) $8.00
T-shirts (75th Anniversary $5.00
Hats (assorted colors) $6.00
Hats (75th Anniversary) $5.00
Patches (specify event and year) $3.00
Patches prior to 1993 (specify event & year) $1.00
Mugs (75th Anniversary) $5.00
75th Anniversary commemorative patch set $25.00 (Limited supply. Proceeds benefit the W.C. Moorhead Museum)
75th Anniversary postal cachet $1.00
Lapel pins $3.00
Neckerchiefs $3.00
Cassette Tape - "Hail All Ye Old Time Campers" $10.00
Cassette Tape - "All Together Again" $10.00
Wooden Miniatures (Hoover Lodge, Stockade, $10.00 each (Troop 5 Cabin, Duryee Lodge, Keppler Lodge, Tom's Chapel)

 
A call for Campmasters

The Tuscazoar Campmaster Program needs volunteers. If you would be interested in serving as a Campmaster for the '96-'97 camping season, please contact Don Selby at 330-477-5085.

The requirements are that you must be at least 21 years of age and a current member of the Camp Tuscazoar Foundation. Family members are welcome to spend the weekend with you. Campmasters assist with the Trading Post, check units in and out of camp, and make themselves available should an emergency or problem arise.

The rewards are spending a couple of days away from the hassles of the everyday world and enjoying a little peace and solitude in the hills of Tuscazoar.

Hundreds attend Pig Roast, Pig Gig

Camp Tuscazoar welcomed more than 600 visitors during the Pig Roast and Pig Gig events in September. Campers enjoyed volleyball, frisbee golf, horseshoes, relay races and a hike to Troop 1 Cabin during the weekend's "Olympic games". Medals were presented to the top finishers during retreat.

At the Saturday campfire, Vane Scott was better than advertised. His riveting presentation of "The Many Faces of Old Glory" drew a standing ovation from the packed dining hall crowd, and prompted many requests to have him return.

Sunday's Pig Roast also attracted a large crowd, despite overcast skies. The band "Crossroads" once again provided great entertainment for our guests, and the food was delicious.

Many thanks to Jim Wright for his outstanding efforts in preparing the pigs, and to all of the volunteers who made this a special weekend at our camp.

Dumpster to be removed from camp

The trash dumpster will be moved out of the central camp area within the next few weeks. Repeated problems with litter and animal attraction, and the escalating costs of trash removal, have forced the camp's board of trustees to remove the dumpster. Campers should take their trash home with them after overnight or weekend camping. This has been an ongoing policy of the camp for many years, and should result in a cleaner camp, and a better, more natural environment for our many animal residents.

New trustees elected

At the Foundation's annual meeting, which followed the dedication of the W.C. Moorhead Museum, five trustees were elected to fill vacant positions. Those elected to four-year terms were Don Selby, Harry Wood, Dale Tschantz and Bill Wagner. Brian Criswell was elected to fill a one-year term. Harry, Don, Dale and Bill return to the board, having served previously as trustees. Brian will be serving his first term as a trustee. The board will elect officers at the November meeting. Congratulations to those elected.

Should someone else receive the Breeze?

The Breeze is distributed to members of the Camp Tuscazoar Foundation and to area youth groups. We are updating our database. Do we need to change your address? Do you know of someone else who should be receiving this newsletter? Please help us out by calling secretary Eric Schoenbaum at 330-493-1386.

Coming Events:

Nov. 9 Camp Workday
Dec. 1 CTF Board Meeting
Dec. 7 Camp Workday
Jan. 5 CTF Board Meeting
Jan. 11 Camp Workday
Feb. 1 Camp Workday
Feb. 2 CTF Board Meeting
Feb. 7-9 Gold Rush Weekend
March 2 CTF Board Meeting
March 8 Camp Workday

Camp Tuscazoar "Breeze"
is published by the
Camp Tuscazoar Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 308
Zoarville, OH 44656-0308

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