Mess

Mess call is a specific bugle call used to signal the times for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It serves as an announcement to Scouts that it is time to gather for their meal. This call is integral to maintaining routine and order within camps. The melody of the Mess call is usually lively and distinct, making it easily recognizable and effective in catching the attention of Scouts.

Mess call is comparable to the French bugle call known as Le Rappel, which also serves to gather troops, typically for meals or other formations. Both calls share the purpose of signaling a specific time for an organized activity, ensuring that the personnel adhere to a structured schedule.