This summer our troop went to Beaumont summer camp. This began at the Old Church Hall early in the morning. After packing we all got into cars and began our trip to Beaumont. When we arrived we started out by unloading our gear at the camp site. Then we started the same procedure we do at every summer camp. We got our medical forms checked out, then we took a swim test. This was really enjoyable after waiting in the hot sun for all that time. Then we went to the opening camp fire. This campfire was a lot of fun with the camp staff telling many jokes and putting on skits. We then went to camp and went to bed.

Every day after that followed somewhat of a pattern, getting up, flag ceremony, breakfast, merit badges, flag, lunch, merit badges, flag, dinner, then an activity of some type, then bed. Some of the activities were a campfire, troop get together, Ultimate Frisbee game and other fun activities.

For all meals waiters were assigned by Patrol. Also during the meals announcements were made for stuff going on around the camp. These announcements were usually done in an exciting or fun manner. Activities were always a highlight of the day. Each day we did something different and each one was fun in its own way. An example would be the Family Night, at which we visited with our families and ate Augies Pizza.

Some of the older boys had the most fun in the morning, instead of merit badges, they took COPE. The people that took this course, from Troop 810, were Eric, Kyle, Justin, Joey, Matt, and Alex. They had a ton of fun learning new skills and going through challenges. They started out on the Low-COPE course. This course was meant to train leadership skills and communication between members of the course so the High-COPE course could be achieved. After they finished the Low-COPE course they moved on to the High-COPE course. The High-COPE course was an obstacle course in the sky. There were two paths you could choose but, during one day hornets were found in one of the platforms. This course was meant for communication, fun, and teamwork. Everyone had a great time at COPE.

On the last day we did something quite different from other camping trips. We took down our tents but left out our ground cloths. We slept in our sleeping bags on the ground cloths. This was something new and this saved us much time on our departure. In the end, we all had a great time. The older scouts working on merit badges and COPE, and the younger scouts working on advancement and some merit badge work. Everyone enjoyed their week at camp. People that joined us on this summer camp were; Alex, Chris, Donald, Eric, Greg, Jacob, Joey J., Joey P., John, Jordan, Justin, Kyle, Matt Kl., Matt O., Matt S., Matthew, Nate, Nick, Sam, Steven, Tim R., Mr. Dzurnak, Mr. and Mrs. Mayher, Mr. Owen, Mr. Svihlik.

Beaumont Scout Reservation Photo Album

Trip Plan for Beaumont Scout Reservation

Below are a few tips and highlights followed by a detailed list of the activities for the entire week at Beaumont. Please take a few moments to read. Mr. Dzurnak will have copies to pass out at the Assumption parking lot for you when we leave on Sunday.

Sunday - As of yesterday, our check in time has been pushed out and set at 2:40 pm therefore we will be assembling in the Assumption parking lot at 12:30 pm and leaving at 1:00 pm sharp!

Medicine Form - Scouts bringing any medication will have to have the form handed out on Tuesday 6/19 filled out upon check in to camp.

Spending Cash - $25-50 ($7 for troop picture if desired upon check in)

Wednesday - Parent's Night - Reservations. Call Renee Dzurnak at 440-582-6096 with the number that will be attending from your family. Cost is $5 per family to cover pizza cost (payable that night at camp). You are asked to bring a side dish, dessert, or drink. This will be a pot luck picnic at our camp site (Twin Ash) and you are welcome to arrive beginning at 4:00 pm to see your scouts in action during their afternoon classes. 5:55 flag ceremony (then dinner will begin) 7:30-9:00 Campfire.

Saturday - 10:00 am Parents arrive at Beaumont to pick up their scouts.

Remember - rain gear (poncho) water proof hiking boots or an extra pair of shoes, bug spray (non-aerosol), wind breaker/long sleeve shirt and long pants for night activities to make the week a little more enjoyable.

Dates: Sunday 6/24/07 through Saturday 6/30/07.

Purpose: To provide a safe and fun-filled long-term camping experience that will give the scouts many opportunities for advancement and comradery among other scouts.

Location: North State Route 45, Rock Creek, Ohio 44084 ph. 440-563-3319 (for emergencies), Campsite Twin Ash

Phone: A calling card phone is located outside the main office for use to make outgoing calls.

Mail for scouts at camp:

Scouts Name

Troop 810 / Twin Ash

PO Box 235 SR45 N

Rock Creek, Ohio 44084

Troop Pictures: $7.00 each due upon check in on Sunday. However, we do get 1 picture for free for our troop so Mr. Dzurnak plans on getting copies made for each scout and leader attending camp.

Spending $: A scout may want to bring $25 - $50 for spending cash for a T-Shirt, rifle/shot gun costs, an occasional ice cream, crafts, or even to repurchase a lost or forgotten item. We recommend bringing the money in small denominations in an envelope with his name on it for spending cash. The leaders keep the envelopes so the scouts do not lose all of their money. The scout signs out the amount they want to take from the envelope and then returns the envelope back to the leader for safe keeping.

Directions: To Beaumont Scout Reservation (approx. 1 1/2 hrs)

1. I-77 North approx. 6 miles to I-480 East
2. I-480 West approx. 7 miles to I-271 South
3. I-271 North approx. 14 miles to I-90 East
4. I-90 East approx. 32 miles to Route 45 South
5. Route 45 South approx. 7 miles to Beaumont
6. Turn Right into Beaumont Scout Reservation

Detailed List of Activities:

Sunday 6/24:

12:30 pm - Arrive at the Old Church parking lot in Class A uniforms (in the back near the school, scout families supply their own transportation to and from camp)

1:00 pm Sharp! - Caravan of vehicles leave for Camp Beaumont

2:30 pm - We are expected to arrive at Beaumont Troop 810's camp Twin Ash is straight down the road behind the COPE course (on the left right before the bridge) Unload gear.

2:40 pm - Troop 8:10 assembles at Twin Ash for check in instructions. All scouts must have their bathing suits on and towels ready. Troop will check in and get wrist bracelets (Med Check, Swim Test) and a Beau-Tour (2 mile loop) will be offered. Following drop off, parents leave until Wed. (Family Night!) or Saturday 10:00 am scout Pick up from Beaumont.

5:55 pm - Troop 810 Picture in Class A uniform followed by Retreat and dinner. $7.00 due at check in to secure your own original troop picture. Otherwise, you will receive a copy.

TBD - All troops leader meeting.

7:00 pm - Troop 810 PLC Meeting (Make duty roster, review rules, talk about camp flag raising & retreats along with Camp Color Guard day & time, shower house cleaning, Vespers, Fun Night, Troop Night, Movie Night, Beauathalon (swim, run, archery competition), Star Study, Frog Hike, 5 mile hike, Conservation Projects, Knot Tiers Guild, Movie night, parent's night, boat building for Escape from Beaumont Island raft competition on Thursday, Daily Camp & Tent Inspections, class B uniform events, & the plan for pack up & check out.)

9:00 pm - Opening Campfire

Monday 6/25:

7:20 am - Waiter report to dining hall

7:30 am - Flag raising and breakfast (class A uniform)

SPL Meeting - TBD

8:30 am - Morning programs begin!

11:15 am - Morning programs end

11:40 am - Waiters report to dining hall

12:25 pm - Grace and Lunch

1:30 pm - Afternoon programs begin!

5:15 pm - Afternoon programs end

5:55 pm - Retreat and dinner (class A uniform)

7:30-9:00 pm - "Fun Night" open COPE, repelling, Dutch Oven cooking competition, scavenger hunt, & Beauthalon.

Tuesday 6/26:

7:20 am - Waiter report to dining hall

7:30 am - Flag raising and breakfast (class A uniform)

SPL Meeting - TBD

8:30 am - Morning programs begin!

11:15 am - Morning programs end

11:40 am - Waiters report to dining hall

12:25 pm - Grace and Lunch

1:30 pm - Afternoon programs begin!

5:15 pm - Afternoon programs end

5:55 pm - Retreat and dinner (class A uniform)

7:30-8:30 pm - Troop Night - Troop 810 activities within our own camp (Twin Ash)

9:00 pm - Movie Night - Movie shown on Augustus Front Lawn (or inside if it rains!).

Wednesday 6/27:

7:20 am - Waiter report to dining hall

7:30 am - Flag raising and breakfast (class A uniform)

SPL Meeting - TBD

8:30 am - Morning programs begin!

11:15 am - Morning programs end

11:40 am - Waiters report to dining hall

12:25 pm - Grace and Lunch

1:30 pm - Afternoon programs begin!

2:30-4:00 pm - Parents should leave Broadview Heights and start heading out to camp to beat rush hour congestion on I-77, 480, 271, & 90! Remember ring a desert, side dish, or drink. Please bring $5.00 per family to cover the main course (Pizza) and in addition please bring a side dish, a dessert, or drinks. Paper products and plastic ware will be provided. Please RSVP to Renee Dzurnak with the number attending and the item(s) you will be bringing.

4:00 pm - Families are welcome to start arriving to see their sons in action (in classes)

5:15 pm - Normal afternoon programs end

5:50 pm - Retreat Ceremony at Augustus (class A uniform) followed by pot luck dinner at Troop 810's Camp Twin Ash

7:30-9:00 pm - Campfire always promises to be an entertaining event!

9:00 pm - Parents leave

10:30 pm - Parents arrive back home!

Thursday 6/28:

7:20 am - Waiter report to dining hall

7:30 am - Flag raising and breakfast (class A uniform)

SPL Meeting - TBD

8:30 am - Morning programs begin!

11:15 am - Morning programs end

11:40 am - Waiters report to dining hall

12:25 pm - Grace and Lunch

1:30 pm - Afternoon programs begin!

5:15 pm - Afternoon programs end

5:55 pm - Retreat and dinner (class A uniform)

7:30 pm - Escape from Beaumont Island Scout made rafting competition built by each troop & navigated by 2 chosen scouts from their troop!

Friday 6/29:

7:20 am - Waiter report to dining hall

7:30 am - Flag raising and breakfast (class A uniform)

SPL Meeting - TBD

8:30 am - Morning programs begin!

11:15 am - Morning programs end

11:40 am - Waiters report to dining hall

12:25 pm - Grace and Lunch

1:30 pm - Afternoon programs begin!

5:15 pm - Afternoon programs end

5:55 pm - Retreat and dinner (class A uniform)

7:30-9:00 pm - Closing Campfire & Troop Skits

Saturday 6/30:

7:20 am - Waiter report to dining hall

7:30 am - Flag raising and breakfast (class A uniform)

SPL Meeting - TBD

8:30 am - Break down camp and prepare for check out!

8:30 am - Parents leave Broadview Heights and begin heading out to Beaumont to pick up their boys!

10:00 am - Parents arrive at camp and wait for our Troop to be checked out officially.

10:30 am - Leave Camp following Camp Inspection and Check Out Approval

12:00 Noon - Arrive directly at home. There are no plans to meet at the Old Church parking lot unless individually scheduled by carpooling parents.