MUSSER September MADNESS Musser Scout Reservation

September 23-25, 2016

Musser Scout Reservation

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PROGRAM GUIDEVERSION 4.0 9/20/2016

Musser Madness Progam Guide 2 Boy Scouts of America, Cradle of Liberty Council

Musser Madness ProgramThere will be more program than any one Scout can complete in a day. Participants will fi nd program spread throughout the property. Programs will include but are not limited to the following. A comprehensive list can be found on pages 4 and 5.

FishingUnami Creek awaits you at Musser Scout Reservation. Multiple fi shing docks are scattered around the perimeter of Hart Lake, or fi sh from the bridge or the various rock outcroppings. Hart Lake is home to trout, sunfi sh, and others.

Shotgun ShootingOlder Boy Scouts and Venturers can head to our shotgun range to experience an entirely diff erent type of shooting. Clay birds go fl ying past, propelled from our mechanical throwers, as you try to hit as many as possible.

ArcheryArchery for every age level! Cub Scouts and Webelos have the chance to shoot at several ranges at Garrison and Hart. Boy Scouts and Venturers can hone their skills with our compound bows at Hart.

BB GunsCub Scouts can shoot at our BB gun ranges at Garrison and Miller Field. Trained instructors will be on hand to help you hit the bulls eye!

CookingDemonstrations and interactive activities will be going on throughout the day. Stop by to test your culinary craftiness and sample some delectable desserts. Find some new recipes to take back home!

HandicraftStop down to our Handicraft areas to work on leather and woodcarving projects.

Rifl e ShootingBoy Scouts and Venturers can join the competition at our Rifl e Range. .22 Rifl es will be provided, and our trained instructors will be there to help you with your aim and increase your score.

BMXCub Scouts can pedal their way around our BMX track at Hart, complete with ramps and other obstacles. Bikes and helmets are provided, just show up and tackle the course!

KayaksHop in a kayak and paddle around our lakes. Take the opportunity to examine some of the harder to reach areas of shoreline or complete the competition.

Mountain BikingBoy Scouts and Venturers can take our mountain bikes around Delmont.

Fire BuildingJust like on Survivor, put your fi re building skills to the test. Race to see who can light and maintain a fi re the fastest, and with as little material as possible.

CanoeTake our canoes out onto the waters of Lake Long. Paddle around the lake and practice for the canoe competition.

Scout SkillsPut your Scout skills to the test. Practice and compete in various areas including pioneering, orienteering, fi rst aid and nature identifi cation.

Cowboy ActionBoy Scouts and Venturers 14 and older can try their hand at the Boy Scouts of America’s newest shooting program. Take aim with rifl es, shotguns and pistols in a cowboy format.

Musser Madness Arena ShowSaturday night at Musser Madness will cap off the weekend with an arena show at Ely Field. For the evening, youth and adults from all corners of the council will come together to enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship.

The show will feature emcee “Dear Dave - Eagle Scout”, recognition of the day event winners, singer Katie Rubino, and the band Slightly Askew. The show will conclude with a fi reworks extravaganza, capping off a weekend fi lled with amazing program, new friendships and recommitted bonds to the ideals of Scouting.

Please bring a towel or blanket to sit on at the arena show as chairs will not be permitted.

Saturday LunchBag lunches will be provided for each participant and staff member. Shelf stable items will be distributed at check in. Cold sandwhiches will be handed out at the subcamp headquarters between 7:00 am and 8:00 am Saturday morning. To avoid a delay, each unit should send a small group to get lunches for their entire unit. Day campers will get their lunch at check in.

Lunch will consist of a turkey and cheese sandwhich, a pear, raisons, apple sauce, chips, cookies and bottled water.

Food Truck FrenzySaturday evening before the big show everyone will join in for an adventure with food. Get your dinner from one or all of the vendors at Ely Field. Come prepared to delight your tastebuds. Suggested amount for dinner is $10-$15 per person. Creekside Golf Bunz and WeinersStuff ed to the Grills Wow Wagon WowBonjour Creperie Paradise DonutsEgg Truck Mister SoftyBreak Time Mobile Cinnamini DonutsCOL Food Tent Kona Shaved IceGourmand Little Lillo Italian IceBucktown Tavern Franks BeveragesGourmet Coff ees OMG Smoothies

Special MealsDue to the nature of feeding 2,000 campers at the Food Truck Frenzy and the bag lunch it does not allow for special meals. If you typically need a special meal (gluten free, peanut, etc.) our recommendation is to bring this from home. Thank you for your understanding.


Trading Post - Scout ShopOur camp trading posts will be open to serve you all weekend. They are well stocked with custom Musser Madness T-shirts, Council Shoulder Strips, and more. We carry a wide selection of Musser Scout Reservation custom items. These include T-shirts, hats and camp items like fl ashlights, batteries and other essentials.

The average participant can spend as much as $50 while at the event. The amount each youth actually spends will depend upon their personal needs.

Religious ServicesThere will not be formal religious services at Musser Madness but we encourage each unit to practice their reverance at breakfast on Sunday. Many varieties of Scouts Own services are available online.

Bus ServicesFriday evening there will be a van shuttle to return drivers from the remote parking lots to their subcamp.

On Saturday school buses will run between the subcamps to take you to the diff erent program areas and the evening program. Bus stops will be labeled on the fi nal map handed out at check-in.

Buses on Saturday will begin at 8:30 am and will run continuously between subcamps until 6 pm. Service will resume after the show to return campers to their subcamp or to the day camper parking lot.

Sunday morning there will be a van shuttle to return drivers to the remote parking lots from their subcamp. The van shuttle will run from 7:30 am - 10:30 am.

Buddy TagsEach participant will need to have a buddy tag to participate in aquatics activities at Musser Madness. The Buddy Tag shows the participant’s swimming ability. BSA aquatics requirements will be followed and unit leaders will need to have a list of swimming abilities for their participants. Any swim classifi cation done within the last year can be used to determine the ability level. Blank Buddy Tags will be provided at check in and are to be fi lled out by the unit leadership.

First AidFirst Aid services will be available at all of the subcamp headquarters as well as in mobile units. This service is provided by personnel approved by our Council Physician. All injuries must be reported to unit leaders and the First Aid stations.

Larger EmergenciesIf there is an emergency where the injured party cannot be moved or cannot make it to a subcamp headquarters, then send a runner or call the emergency phone number. Emergency phone number at Musser Madness is: (215) 679-2236. Our staff will send a mobile unit to your location and contact 911 if necessary. Please do not call 911 directly as with an event this large an ambulance can quickly get lost.

Emergency CommunicationEmergency phone number at Musser Madness is: (215) 679-2236. If emergency contact must be made with an overnight participant, the following must be provided:

• Name of person to be contacted• Unit Number• City & District where the unit meets

Health and Safety

Annual Health and Medical RecordA copy of the BSA health form (parts A and B) is required for both youth and adults. The health forms will be collected as part of the check in process. The health form copies will not be returned to the unit.

WristbandsThere will be several diff erent colored wristbands. One for each of the subcamps, day visitors and staff . Guests without a wristband will be escorted to one of the subcamp headquarters or event headquarters to properly check-in or will be directed to leave the property.

Unit leaders are strongly encouraged to write the unit number of the individual on the wristband during check-in. This will aid staff in fi nding the correct Annual Health and Medical Record in the case of an emergency.

Fire ProtectionAll units are to follow the fi re safety guidelines throughout the event. Be sure to have fi re-fi ghting equipment and/or some other fi re extinguisher device nearby in case of emergency. Posting a fi reguard chart makes good sense. Cooking stoves are permitted in safe areas.

Campfi resCampfi res are permitted in designated fi re rings only. Regular campsites have a fi re ring and units may need to share. Please do not build new fi re rings. Units camping in fi elds must provide an above ground fi re pit to have a campfi re.

Lost and FoundLost and found services are located at any one of the subcamp headquarters. Lost person(s) should report to an adult who in turn will escort the lost Scout to the nearest subcamp headquarters.


Map KeyD = Camp Delmont MapG = Camp Garrison Map H = Camp Hart Map

CS = Cub Scout ActivityBS = Boy Scout ActivityV = Venturing Activity

Musser Madness Program Locations Day Event Map Location CS BS VDARE Car D-10 Sevier Lodge X X XMountain Biking D-10 Sevier Lodge X XHistorical Displays D-14 Dining Hall X X XTour/ Hikes D-14 Dining Hall X X XMuseum D-14 Dining Hall X X XPatch Swap D-14 Dining Hall X X XBook D-14 Dining Hall X X XPicture Scan D-14 Dining Hall X X XRope Making D-14 Dining Hall X X XGimp D-14 Dining Hall X X XSurvival Bracelets D-14 Dining Hall X X XTie Dye D-15 Dining Hall X X XModel Clay D-14 Dining Hall X X XBead Projects D-14 Dining Hall XShotguns D-15 Range X XCowboy Action D-15 Range X XFire Building D-25 Twin Cedars X X XBoiling Challenge D-25 Twin Cedars X X XDutch Oven D-25 Twin Cedars X X XOrienteering D-25 Twin Cedars X X XGeocaching D-25 Twin Cedars X X XScavenger Hunt D-25 Twin Cedars X X XHighland Games D-25 Twin Cedars X X XPioneering D-25 Twin Cedars X XA-Frame Walk D-25 Twin Cedars X XTwo Man Saws D-25 Twin Cedars X XLog Splitting D-25 Twin Cedars X XCooking Demo D-25 Twin Cedars X X XGoop D-C Vognets Pavilion X X XOblix D-C Vognets Pavilion X X XExploding Sticks D-C Vognets Pavilion X X XVolcanoes D-C Vognets Pavilion X X XFerrofl uid D-C Vognets Pavilion X X XLego EV3 D-C Vognets Pavilion X XPaddle Boards D-D Lake Long X XKayaks D-D Lake Long X X XCanoes D-D Lake Long X X XLand Water Games D-D Lake Long X X XWater Balloon Toss D-D Lake Long X X XGiant Yahtzee G-1 Parking Lot X X XCan Jam G-1 Parking Lot X X XGiant Jenga G-1 Parking Lot X X XTrexlertown Zoo G-1 Parking Lot X X XSmoke House G-1 Parking Lot X X XSEPTA Safety Div G-1 Parking Lot X X XDept. Public Safety G-1 Parking Lot X X X

Day Event Map Location CS BS VArchery G-1 Parking Lot XSlingshots G-1 Parking Lot XClassic Cars G-1 Parking Lot X X XDunk Tank G-2 Fort X X XRain Gutter Regatta G-2 Fort XSporting Arrows G-B Range X XArchery G-B Range XChalk Ball G-D Tree House X XWelding G-E Handicraft X XMontCo Sheriff Dept G-F Miller Field X X XAmerican Red Cross G-F Miller Field X X XPa State Police G-F Miller Field X X XSearch and Rescue G-F Miller Field X X XTug of War G-F Miller Field X X XUltimate G-F Miller Field X X XLawn Twister G-F Miller Field X X XHuman Tic-Tac-Toe G-F Miller Field X X XHuman Chess G-F Miller Field X X XHorse Shoes G-F Miller Field X X XLadder Ball G-F Miller Field X X XFootball Toss G-F Miller Field X X XScout Quest G-F Miller Field X X XParachute G-F Miller Field XRing Toss G-F Miller Field XInfl atables G-F Miller Field XArchery G-F Miller Field XBB Shooting G-F Miller Field X2nd Alarmers-BMI H-1 Dining Hall X X XAll State-Teen Driver H-1 Dining Hall X X.22 Rifl e H-A Rifl e Range X XArchery H-B Archery Range X X XFrisbee Golf H-D Parade Field X X XObstacle Course H-D Parade Field X XGaga H-E Activity Field X X X1st Aid H-E Activity Field X X XKnots H-E Activity Field X X XLeaves H-E Activity Field X X XAnimals H-E Activity Field X X XBox Oven Cookies H-E Activity Field X X XCooking Demo H-E Activity Field XAlka-Seltzer Rockets H-F STEM Center X X XRadio H-F STEM Center X X XExploding Melon: H-F STEM Center X X XMagnets: H-F STEM Center X X X


Day Event Map Location CS BS VOzobots H-F STEM Center XBouldering H-G Bouldering X X XLow COPE Games H-G Bouldering X XLeatherwork H-H Nature Lodge X X XBasketry H-H Nature Lodge X X XCandle Making H-H Nature Lodge X X XWoodcarving H-H Nature Lodge X X XPainting H-H Nature Lodge XBMX H-J BMX Track XLand Water Games H-J Hart Lake X X XWater Balloon Toss H-J Hart Lake X X XDiving and Rescue H-J Hart Lake X X XFishing H-J Hart Lake X X XPaddleboats H-J Hart Lake XCanoes H-J Hart Lake X X XSlingshots H-K Slingshot Range XBear Creation H-L Sports Area X X XPow Wow H-L Sports Area X X XGames H-L Sports Area X X XPrimitive Skills H-L Sports Area X X XRe-enactors H-L Sports Area X X XTomahawk Throw H-L Sports Area X XHide Tanning H-L Sports Area X X XDance H-L Sports Area X X X

Restrooms Map LocationFlush Toilets G-1 AdminFlush Toilets G-2 FortFlush Toilets G-3 CastleFlush Toilets G-4 Native AmericanFlush Toilets G-5 ShipFlush Toilets H-E Pool HouseFlush Toilets H-3 RestroomPort-a-Potty G-F Miller FieldPort-a-Potty H-L Basketball CourtPort-a-Potty H-J BoatingPort-a-Potty H-J BMXPort-a-Potty H-F STEM LodgePort-a-Potty H-A Rifl e RangePort-a-Potty D-9 Nelson FieldPort-a-Potty D-A Stag/Gilwell FieldPort-a-Potty D-7 KnollbrookPort-a-Potty D-C Vognetz PavilionPort-a-Potty D-15 RangesPort-a-Potty D-D Waterfront

Services Map LocationBus Stop G-1 Garrison Parking LotBus Stop G-F Miller Road FieldBus Stop H-1 Hart Parking LotBus Stop D-2 Delmont CrossroadsBus Stop D-9 Nelson Training CenterBus Stop D-10 Sevier Parking LotBus Stop D-D Delmont Lake FrontBus Stop D-14 Cedar Dining HallBus Stop D-K Ely FarmBus Stop D-26 PioneerVan Shuttle D-C Vognetz Pavilion

Musser Madness Logistics Locations

Musser Madness ScheduleFriday4 - 10 pm Arrival, check-in, camp setup6 - 10 pm Trading Posts open10 pm Quiet hours until 7 am12 am Lights Out

Saturday7 - 9 am Breakfast8 am Saturday Participant arrival

and check-in at Garrison8:30 am Bus Service Begins8:30 am Trading Posts Open9 am All day programs open

Musser Madness Program Locations cont.Services Map LocationFirst Aid Station G-1 Admin BuildingFirst Aid Station D-9 McClean LodgeFirst Aid Station H-4 Health LodgeFirst Aid Station D-K Ely FieldHQ - Garrison Subcamp G-1 Admin BuildingHQ - Nelson Subcamp D-9 McClean LodgeHQ - Hart Subcamp H-4 Health LodgeHQ - Ely Field Subcamp D-K Ely FieldHQ - Musser Madness H-1 Dining HallTrading Post / Camp Store H-1 Dining HallTrading Post / Camp Store G-1 Admin BuildingTrading Post / Camp Store Many Mobile Trailer

Musser Madness Bus Stop Locations

4 pm Garrison programs close4:30 pm Hart programs close5 pm Delmont programs close6 pm Bus service suspended4:30 pm - 7 pm

Food Truck Frenzy at Ely Field (D-K)

7:30 pm Show at Ely Field (D-K)9:30 pm Bus service resumes9:30 pm Return to campsites10 pm Quiet Hours until 7 am12 am Lights Out

Sunday7 - 9 am Breakfast7:30 - 10:30 am

Remote Parking Van Shuttle

7:30 - 10 am

Trading Posts Open

7:30 - 10 am

Pack up, clean campsite, check out, departure

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Spaid Lodge D-28Castle Rock Cabin D-30Stag/Gilwell Field D-AEly Field D-K

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Registration InformationAdvance registration is required for this event. The participant fee for youth and adults is $25 for weekend campers and $20 for day campers. Saturday lunch is included in your participant fee and will be distributed in the base camps at breakfast.

Registration can be completed online at colbsa.org/100. For assistance contact Tracy Launders on (484) 654-9213. All registration additions and subtractions as well as payments must be completed by Friday, September 16, 2016.

Required FormsThe following forms are required to ensure a safe weekend for all participants.

Tour & Activity PlansTour & Activity Plans are not required for Musser Madness, a council run event for which you have pre-registered, unless you are joining us from another council. Please plan your trip safely and follow the BSA guidelines.


Permission SlipAs part of the BSA policy, a permission slip should be collected by the unit leader prior to the event.

Unit RosterA roster listing all youth and adults will be required at check in time. Please ensure you have a copy for the event staff to keep and one for the unit. A blank form is available at colbsa.org/100.

CommunicationEach unit needs to provide two unit leaders’ cell phone numbers at registration. We encourage Scouts and Scouters to bring their cell phones for contact purposes on the 1,200 acre property. All cell phone users should utilize the text feature during the event due to limited cellular coverage.

Vehicles and ParkingThe following vehicle and parking rules will be enforced at Musser Madness.

VehiclesAfter dropping gear and participants at their respective subcamp all vehicles and trailers must go to the off site parking area. Drivers will be shuttled back to their subcamps. Vehicles delivering gear to Subcamps shall have no more than 30 minutes to unload or load.

Units that arrive later will be able to drop Scouts and gear off closer to the Subcamp but will need to move the vehicle to remote parking lots further away.

All vehicles will be parked in designated remote lots. Vehicles or trailers which are improperly parked may be towed at the owner’s expense. Your cooperation for the safety of our participants is appreciated.

Remote Parking LocationsPerkiomenville Auction and Flea Market – 2345 Upper Ridge Rd, Perkiomenville PA 18074

Marlborough Elementary School - 1450 Gravel Pike, Green Lane, PA 18054

Traffi c SafetyPlease enter and exit Musser Scout Reservation from designated roadways. Remember that with the number of vehicles and pedestrians using the roadways, traffi c fl ow is extremely important in allowing everyone to get where they need to go.

Traffi c inside the subcamps will be limited to camp vehicles only. Traffi c on the main roads at Musser Madness will be limited to buses and immediate unloading of vehicles with unit gear. All vehicles must be moved to the remote parking area promptly after unloading.

Persons with Physical DisabilitiesThese individuals may drive their personal equipment to and from the site. A disability access pass will be required and can be requested from the Registration Staff . The vehicle will need to be removed from the subcamp and parked in the lot for the weekend. Due to the number of participants on foot and the camp bus routes, the vehicle will NOT be allowed to be driven during the event on Saturday.

Check-In and ArrivalThe registration process will be completed at Camp Garrison (4021 Upper Ridge Road) on Friday night. Units will meet with members of the Registration Staff to review Participant Registration, Annual Health and Medical Records and receive their campsite assignment.

Registration ReceiptPlease bring your online registration receipt to expedite the check-in process.

Unit RosterA roster listing all youth and adults will be required at check in time. Please ensure you have a copy for the event staff to keep and one for the unit. A blank form is available at colbsa.org/100.


Arrival TimeUnits camping should arrive on Friday September 23. Check in will begin no earlier than 4 pm. Units must arrive by10 pm. Upon arrival go to the Garrison parking lot (4021 Upper Ridge Road)where registration will take place in the parking lot. From there you will be directed to your subcamp and unloading of gear.

Friday Late Arrivals - after 10 pmCamping youths arriving after 10 pm Friday should be accompanied to the subcamp by their parent and the subcamp staff will assist in getting them connected with the unit. Unit Leaders please communicate the subcamp location to your late arrivals.

Saturday Only ParticipantsUnits arriving for the day on Saturday,September 24 will be directed to parking at Camp Garrison and then checkin near there. Saturday arrival and registration for visitors and participants begins at 8 am.


Camping InformationParticipants at Musser Madness have a few diff erent options for camping during the weekend.

Units that did not upgrade to a cabin need to bring their own tents to be set up in one of the subcamps. Units assigned to tent at Camp Hart will put tents on the summer platforms or grassy areas in the designated sites. Units tenting at the other subcamps will set up in grassy areas. Each subcamp, will have units camping jamboree-style to maximize the space available. As campsites fi ll, additional space in each camp will be able to be utilized.

Minimal GearUnits are encouraged to minimize the gear needed for the weekend. Space and time will be extremely limited for the weekend, and units should plan appropriately.

Recreational VehiclesCamping trailers and other RVs will not be allowed at Musser Madness.

Campsite InformationCampsites at Musser vary greatly in size. In the summer they hold between 25 and 50 campers. For a weekend event like Musser Madness less space is needed than at a week long camp. As such we are projecting that sites will hold between 40 and 100 campers.

To maximize the available camping area, units will need to share campsites with other units. Please be considerate of others who may share your site and their later arrival.

Campsites will be assigned based on the number of campers registered and no changing is allowed. Units will be mixed with units from other districts in their campsite or neighboring campsites to foster new relationships.

All tents and cooking areas must be kept within the identifi ed boundaries. Units are responsible for their own tents and tarps.

No power is available at the campsites. Potable water and rest room facilities will be available.

No digging of holes in the campsites because of buried water and utility lines. Normal tent pegs are allowed (8” or less).

CookingCooking in the campsites is permitted. Propane stoves or the open fi re in established fi re rings are permissible. Cooking stoves must be off the ground to prevent damage to the ground. No disposal of empty propane tanks will be availabel at Musser Madness. Pack it in and pack it out.

Campfi resCampfi res are permitted in designated fi re rings only. Regular campsites have a fi re ring and units may need to share. Please do not build new fi re rings. Units camping in fi elds must provide an above ground fi re pit to have a campfi re.

Sanitation and Utilities

WaterPotable water is available in all camp sites for cooking, cleaning and drinking. Please do not wash dishes in the latrine areas.

RestroomsVault toilets are available in all camp sites. You will likely be sharing your latrine so please clean up after yourself.

Portable latrines are located throughout the program areas, in some camping areas, and near the evening show.

Flush toilets are available in limited quantity at Garrison and Hart. Please keep in mind that there are not enough fl ush toilets to accommodate everyone.

GarbageThere will dumpsters available for your garbage. They will be located in each of the subcamps. Units should come prepared to take their garbage to the dumpsters. Please do not leave it in the campsites or program areas for staff to clean up. Do not place hot coals or empty propane containers in the dumpsters.

We should all take pride in keeping the camping and activities areas litter-free. Please be prepared to leave your camping area cleaner than when you arrived. Remember: LEAVE NO TRACE. ElectricityNo power is available at the campsites but charging of cell phones for unit leaders and breathing machines can be done at most of the subcamp headquarters.

Check-Out InformationTo speed your departure please pay attention to these points.

Saturday DepartureTo ensure your safety and that of your youth, no camping unit will be permitted to break camp on Saturday. Day participants should use extreme caution in their travels.

Sunday DepartureDeparture on Sunday will be similar to check in on Friday. Scouts will haul their gear from the Subcamp to the trailer parking and load their gear into their trailer or gear vehicle and then proceed to the parking lot and their vehicles for home.

Campers may haul unit equipment from the site beginning any time after 7 am on Sunday, September 25.

Similar to check in units will utilize the inloading areas to reload their vehicles for the trip home. Drivers will be shuttled from the subcamp to the remote parking once your site has been cleared and is ready to be loaded. Vehicles loading gear at the subcamps shall have no more than 30 minutes to load.

When the unit has had its campsite area inspected and approved by one of the subcamp staff , it may depart from the grounds.

Persons with physical disabilities may drive their personal equipment to and from the campsite.


Policies & Procedures

Leadership RequirementsIn keeping with BSA policies, units must follow the minimum two-deep adult leadership requirements. At least one adult must be registered with the BSA, and one adult must be at least twenty-one years old.

Buddy SystemPlease enforce the Buddy System at Musser Madness. It is expected that all youth participants will remain on the Musser Scout Reservation facility throughout the weekend and will not leave the grounds unsupervised. The subcamp leader must be notifi ed whenever a youth participant leaves Musser Madness grounds during their stay.

Youth ProtectionAll units will follow Youth Protection Guidelines for two-deep leadership during this event. Cub Scout dens coming for the day need at least two deep leadership, and typically 1:5 adult-to-youth ratio is preferred.

InsuranceComprehensive general liability insurance coverage is carried by the BSA. Members of the Cradle of Liberty Council have accident and illness insurance secondary to their personal policies.

UniformingMusser Madness is a uniformed activity for all registered youth and adults. An activity uniform (Scout T-shirt) is encouraged throughout the event. The fi eld uniform (scout shirt) is required for the Arena Show on Saturday evening. The uniform aff ects the appearance of the event and encourages good behavior.

BehaviorConduct and appearance enroute to and from and while at the event will be observed and judged by many. The Scout Oath and Law are the standards of behavior for all participants. The responsibility for proper conduct and appearance is that of all participants and especially their unit leaders.

TobaccoNo smoking or chewing of tobacco in the presence of Scouts. Leaders who need to smoke should designate a secluded area away from program activities and subcamps. Check with your subcamp leader for specifi c locations.

All buildings and structures at Musser Scout Reservation are tobacco free.

Controlled SubstancesThe possession and/or use of any controlled substance or alcoholic beverage by participants on the reservation are strictly prohibited. Use will be grounds for immediate dismissal from the event.

CommunicationEach unit needs to provide two unit leaders’ cell phone numbers at registration. We encourage Scouts and Scouters to bring their cell phones for contact purposes on the 1,200 acre property. All cell phone users should utilize the text feature during the event due to limited cellular coverage.

Prohibited ItemsThe use of all-terrain vehicles, mopeds, motorcycles, etc, by youth and adult campers is prohibited at Musser Madness. In addition, participants should leave skates, skateboards and bikes at home. Powered wheelchairs for persons with physical disabilities are allowed.

Quiet Hours and Lights OutQuiet Hours will be observed from 10 pm to 7 am Friday and Saturday night. Please respect your neighbors and allow them the time to get their rest. Lights out is at midnight Friday and Saturday night.

Recommended Equipment

Unit EquipmentSuggested common camping equipment(this is not a complete list):

• Tents• Rain Tarps/Flies (remember the site

area limitations)• Preparation/Dining tables (picnic

tables will be limited in campsites)• Troop/Patrol/Crew Kitchens• Cook Kits/Pans• Chefs Tool Kits• Dishwashing Equipment• Detergent, Sanitizer• Plates and Utensils• Food for all meals except Saturday

lunch and dinner• American/Unit/Patrol Flags• Lanterns• First Aid Kits• Drinking Water (water for refi lling jugs

will also be available on site)• Garbage Bags (Pack It In, Pack It Out

- LEAVE NO TRACE)

Personal EquipmentSuggested personal camping equipment (this is not a complete list):

• Scout Field Uniform (for the Show)• Hand Sanitizer• Rain Coat or Poncho• Flashlight• Appropriate Outerwear (Jackets/

Sweaters/Sweatshirts)• Hat/Cap/Gloves• Extra Pair of Shoes/Footwear• Underwear & Socks• Sleepwear• Sleeping Bag and/or Blankets• Mattress/ground cloth/foam pad/pillow• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste,

soap, etc.)• Towel• Sunscreen (you may be in direct

sunlight all day)• Day Pack (for your lunch and uniform)• Scout Knife or Pocket Knife• Spending Money for the camp store• Money for the Food Truck Frenzy• Camp Chair• Watch• First Aid Kit• Camera• Mess Kit


Musser Madness Staff Info

Staff RegistrationEach staff member needs to register as staff in your area of service as well as select meals and optional staff polo size. This can be done by visiting colbsa.org/100 and selecting “Staff Registration”.

Staff Arrival and DepartureYou may arrive as early as 6:00 pm on Thursday September 22. Thursday dinner is on your own. Please arrive no later than 12:00 pm on Friday, September 23. We are planning to have staff depart after 2:00 pm on Sunday. This will allow us to see the evening show Saturday and clean up our areas and help move program equipment to our storage locations.

Staff Check-InAll Musser Madness staff must check in at the event headquarters below the Hart dining hall upon arrival. After confi rming any payments and turning in your Annual Medical and Health History you will be issued your wristband, staff hat, and polo if purchased. You will also receive your housing assignment.

Staff MeetingsThere will be several staff meetings throughout the weekend to ensure we are prepared for this great event. If you are at the event please make sure to attend.

• Friday after breakfast and lunch at Hart dining hall

• Sunday after lunch at Hart dining hall

Vehicle AccessVolunteers need to know that vehicle access to the camps will not be available after 2 pm on Friday. The gates will be locked to protect all the participants on foot. If you have to arrive after this time and have equipment to set up for your program you must visit the event headquarters at Hart dining hall and request assistance from the Logistics Staff . Only in extreme cases will vehicle access be granted. In most cases the Logistics staff will assist you in transporting your materials.

Annual Health and Medical RecordA copy of the BSA health form (parts A and B) is required for both youth and adults. The health forms will be collected as part of the check in process. The health form copies will not be returned.

Event GuidePlease make yourself familiar with the event guide. Have this with you at the event so you can assist participants with questions or directions.

Staff HatEach full weekend staff member will receive a Musser Madness Staff hat. Please wear this at the event to identify yourself to the participants.

HousingAll Musser Madness staff will be housed in several cabins as availability allows. Most staff will stay in tents they provide at one of the camps. This is dependant on what you will be doing for the weekend as our goal is to house you in the Subcamp you will be working in to avoid extra travel.

Meal ServiceStaff meals will be provided starting with breakfast on Friday and ending with lunch on Sunday. You will need cash for the Food Truck Frenzy on Saturday. Meal LocationsMeals with the exception of Saturday lunch and dinner will be in the Hart dining hall. There will be limited delivery service for staff that are not able to leave their area due to camper arrivals, etc.

Saturday lunch will be picked up after breakfast at the Hart dining hall. Staff Menu and Meal TimesFriday

• Breakfast 8:00 am - 9am Omeletts to order

• Lunch12:00 pm - 1:00 pmCheese burgers

• Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmChili Sausage Sandwich

Saturday• Breakfast 6:00 am - 7:00 am

Bagel w/egg sausage cheese• Lunch your choice

Bag lunch picked up at breakfast• Dinner 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Food Truck FrenzySunday

• Breakfast 6:00 am - 8:00 amFrench toast bites

• Lunch:11 am - 12 pm Buff et

MUSSER September MADNESS Musser Scout Reservation

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