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July 2007
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Vol. 18, Number 2
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Bridge re-assembly begins; dedication ceremony
planned
After ten years of work, the reconstruction of the Zoarville
Station Bridge is underway! Restoration of the iron bridge
components has been completed by The Makers of Hand-Forged Iron at
their shop in Logan, Ohio, the components have been painted, and
reconstruction has begun.
Sheldon Gantt, the contractor that disassembled the bridge in
2000, is on site and expects to complete the project by August
15th. The plan is to reconstruct the bridge on a base of steel
I-beams next to Conotton Creek, lift the bridge as one unit and
place it onto its abutments. Once the bridge is in place, Sheldon
Gantt will finish and grade the approaches.
The dedication ceremony is scheduled for September
15th at 11 a.m. and all Foundation members and the general
public are invited. Lunch will be served after the ceremony, with
donations accepted to help defray expenses.
Watch our website at
www.tuscazoar.org/ZSB.htm for pictures and updates as work
progresses. The Foundation’s involvement in this project began in
August 1996 and the total cost to rehabilitate and restore it will
be around $850,000. This has all been paid for without using
Foundation funds. Once completed, the bridge will carry four
current and proposed hiking trails, and allow campers to cross the
Conotton Creek for access to the Ohio-Erie Canal towpath.
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Annual Camp Tuscazoar Pig Roast
Fund-raiser set for Sept. 8, 9
The 18th annual Camp Tuscazoar Pig Roast
will be held on Saturday and Sunday, Sept 8 and 9, 2007 at the
camp. The menu will feature our famous roast pork, chicken, baked
potato, green beans, rolls, butter, beverages and, of course,
homemade desserts (including our famous PIG cookies). The serving
hours will be on Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 4
p.m. Our ticket prices will remain the same as in the past: $10
for adults and $4 for children in the presale or $12 and $5 at the
door. Members of the Foundation will be mailed tickets in early
August. If you wish to receive advance sale tickets, please
contact Nancy Schoenbaum at 330-493-1386 and take advantage of the
savings.
We do have exciting news this year with our entertainment. On
Saturday will be featuring a group called “Dulcimers and Such” and
on Sunday we will have a group of “Friends” that I am sure will
make you kick up your heels! We look forward to having both groups
making music in our hills! If you would like to give us a hand
that weekend, we can always use a little extra help. Just let us
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Tuscazoar to host Fall Flapjack Flip Oct. 6 & 7
The Camp Tuscazoar Foundation has added a new event to the fall
calendar, due to the overwhelming success of our spring Maple Days
event. The camp’s first annual Fall Flapjack Flip is
scheduled for Oct. 6 and 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu will be
the same as our Maple Days event – pancakes, Camp Tuscazoar Maple
Syrup, sausage, applesauce, orange drink and coffee. The price
will be $6 for adults and $3 for children (age 10 and under).
 Tickets
for this first-time event will be available at the door or in
advance by contacting Nancy Schoenbaum at 330-493-1386. |
Tuscazoar events, programs and activities
For reservations or additional information,
contact Camp Tuscazoar at 330-859-2288 |
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October 5-7
Troop 913 to host Spooktoberfest
Troop 913 will host the first
Spooktoberfest at Camp Tuscazoar October 5-7, and they’re
inviting other Scout units to join in the fun. The weekend will
include a variety of events, including:
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Prizes for the best decorated campsite
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A four-man relay tri-athalon to Buzzard’s Roost
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Campsite trick-or-treat (bring candy)
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Costume contest (most original, funniest, scariest,
best group)
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Friday night campfire
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Saturday morning pancake breakfast
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Special event patch
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Patrol competitions
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Historical camp hike
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The cost will be $15 per campsite
and $8 per camper. For reservations, contact Camp Tuscazoar at
330-859-2288 or via e-mail at
info@tuscazoar.org. For event information, contact Ken Smith at
330-830-9580 or via e-mail at
graywolf13@sssnet.com
Calendar time again
All too soon it will be time to start
selling ads for our annual camp calendar. The proceeds from the sale
of these ads makes it possible to send out over 500 calendars to our
members and campers. If you know of a business that might be
interested in advertising, please let us know. We will contact them
with all the information.
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Volunteers needed for market
Camp Tuscazoar began selling its Maple
Syrup at the Dover and New Philadelphia Farmers markets last year
and it was a big hit. Not only did we sell the syrup but we were
able to spread the word about the camp to a lot of former campers
and friends. We are now seeking volunteers to assist with manning
our booth at both of these markets. The time commitment is not a
long one- both markets open around 6:30 a.m. and are usually closing
down by 11:00 a.m. We have our table and displays but could sure use
some additional people to cover some of the days they are open.
If you have a few hours to spare on either a Tuesday or
Thursday, please give Nancy Schoenbaum a call and let her know when
you might be available. She can be reached at 330-493-1386 or send a
note into the camp mailbox and she will contact you. Thanks in
advance for considering this opportunity.
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Dulcimers ‘n Such to perform Saturday, Sept. 8 at
Pig Roast
The Camp Tuscazoar Foundation
is please to welcome Dulcimers ‘n Such to entertain our guests
during the Pig Roast on Saturday, Sept. 8. Dulcimers ‘n Such is
a musical group that plays a variety of instruments. Most of the
performers play the mountain dulcimer (also known as the
Appalachian or lap dulcimer). This is one of two truly American
instruments, the other being the five-string banjo. The “n Such”
in the group name includes guitars, autoharp, harmonica, kalimba,
banjimer, washtub bass, tambourine, spoons and an occasional
mandolin, dobro, accordion and limberjack.
The group started as a few dulcimer players together at Ray
and Pat Halter’s home to learn the instrument and help each
other. From this small group that started meeting in 2003, it
grew and progressed to about 12 to 15 members today.
The group plays a mix of music, including Appalachian,
old-time and Celtic music, with a good helping of hymns and
traditional tunes thrown in. The musicians hail from Stark,
Wayne, Ashland and Summit counties. They share a love of music
and, most importantly, they share good friendship.
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Dover Dam Weekend a success
The 2007 Dover Dam Weekend at Camp
Tuscazoar is now history. More than 350 scouts enjoyed working on
American Heritage Merit badge and celebrated the evening with a
“Cinco de Mayo” meal of tacos, maize and chips with salsa. The
weather was a little misty but with the smiles on the boys’ faces -
the sun came out amidst the clouds. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
at Dover Dam provided a memorable inside look at the working of the
dam and we are all very grateful for their assistance. We hope to
see everyone again next year.
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Join the dedication and re-opening of the
ZOARVILLE
STATION BRIDGE
at historic Camp Tuscazoar
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- The only existing bridge that used the
“through truss” design of German designer Albert Fink
- Listed on National Register of Historic
Places, the Ohio Register of Historic Places and the
Historic American Engineering Record
- Will carry four hiking trails across
the Conotton Creek
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September
15, 2007 · 11 a.m.
Lunch will be served at the camp immediately following.
Donations will be accepted to help defray expenses.
Open
to the public. Parking available at the camp.
Special permits for
handicapped parking at the bridge site
are available on request.
If you plan to attend, please let us know by calling 330-493-1386
or e-mailing us at info@tuscazoar.org
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CTF Annual Meeting scheduled for Oct. 7
The Camp Tuscazoar Foundation will hold its
annual meeting on Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. at the camp. Why not plan to attend
the Flapjack Flip and then stay for the meeting? There is much
happening at the camp and this will give our members an added reason
to visit us. Please mark your calendars for this date. Notices will be
sent out to all members in good standing at least 30 days prior to the
meeting. Also, the members will fill open director positions at this
meeting. If you would be willing to serve on the board of directors,
and have been a member for at least a year, please contact the camp at
330-859-2288 or via e-mail at info@tuscazoar.org.
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Coming Events: |
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| Sept. 8 & 9 |
Pig Roast Fund-raiser |
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CTF Board Meeting |
Sept. 15 |
Bridge Dedication |
Oct. 5-7 |
Spooktoberfest |
| Oct. 6 & 7 |
Fall Flapjack Flip |
Oct. 7 |
CTF Annual Meeting |
Nov. 4 |
CTF Board Meeting |
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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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Annual Membership Drive Underway!
For 20 years, the Camp Tuscazoar Foundation has kept the camp we love open and operating. We are not supported by the Boy Scouts, the United Way or any other organization or corporation. Our funding must come from camping fees, fund-raisers, donations and memberships. Memberships start at only $15 per person, but are vital for supporting the camp. Our members provide guidance on future projects and activities, help with workdays, serve on committees and are eligible
 for camping privileges. The CTF
is an Ohio public
benefit corporation dedicated to preserving Camp Tuscazoar for
future generations. Please join us. Camp Tuscazoar needs your
help!
We will keep the spirit burning at
Camp Tuscazoar |
Membership Application
Please accept my gift of $_____ to support Camp Tuscazoar.
( ) Individual ($15 or more)*
( ) Family ($25 or more)*
( ) Lifetime ($500 or more)* |
Please make check payable to:
Camp Tuscazoar Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 308
Zoarville, OH 44656-0308 |
Name _________________________ Date _________
Street Address ________________________________
City/State/Zip _________________________________
Signature _____________________________________
Phone _______________________________________
*The individual listed will be entitled to one (1) vote at
the annual meeting. |
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