Camp Tuscazoar - Orienteering

October 5, 2013
Dover, OH

We had excellent weather and a great time during our trip to Camp Tuscazoar. A small group left right on time from the Assumption parking lot for the short ride to camp. When we arrived the first order of business was a quick check-in followed by a Pancake Breakfast with Camp Tuscazoar maple syrup. It was very good and filling. There were around 50 people participating in the Orienteering training day. Mr. Makowski led us on a quick refresher of map and compass skills before heading out. The Panthers, Dragons, and Gray Pirates (adult patrol) spent a good portion of the day navigating the woods and hills on multiple courses. For the first portion, the Dragons were assisted with using a map and compass on the White Course by Mr. Makowski and Dr. Ryan. The Panthers took Mr. Aube along on the Yellow Course. After completing these two courses we took a short break to have some snacks and rehydrate. At the end of the break the Dragons tried their hand at completing the Yellow Course on their own. For their first time without help they did pretty good by finding the first four controls and then ran into some difficulty and decided to head back to the start. After the Dragons left, the Gray Pirates challenged the Panthers to a race on the Orange Course. At one point the Panthers caught up to the Pirates near control 5. If not for the Pirates experience and use of diversionary tactics they might have gone down with the ship. However, they were able to pull ahead and finish the course 10 minutes ahead of the Panthers. Course clue sheets and individual patrol results are posted below the pictures. The overall results for all competitors can be found here. After the day's competition we went to Wendy's for lunch and then headed home. Successfully navigating their way at Camp Tuscazoar were David, John, Kyle, Michael, Scott, Mr. Aube, Mr. Makowski, and Dr. Ryan.

Getting Fueled Up at the Pancake Breakfast Before Orienteering
Punching Control Card on the White Course

Taking Bearing To The Next Control
Located Another Control on the White Course

Dragons Take Five for Snacks!
Just About Ready to Go On Second Course

This Is What I Used To Get Where I Am Today
Panthers At the Finish of the Yellow Course

A Group Shot Before Heading Out to Lunch
Orange Course Clue Sheet

Start, Split, and Finish Times for Gray Pirates on Orange Course
Start, Split, and Finish Times for Panthers on Orange Course

Yellow Course Clue Sheet
Start, Split, and Finish Times for Panthers on Yellow Course

White Course Clue Sheet
Start and Finish Times for Dragons on White Course

Trip Plan for Camp Tuscazoar

Date and Time of Departure: Saturday, Oct 5th, 7:30pm - Old Church

Purpose: This is our second year attending this event and if it is anything like last year it will be both fun and challenging. Saturday's program will focus on orienteering skills development, training, and practice. Several orienteering courses at different levels will be available for scouts to practice their orienteering skills during the day. There will be a chance to get your orienteering requirement for 1st Class completed during the outing.

Location: Camp Tuscazoar, 6066 Boy Scout Rd NE, Dover, OH 44622-7541

Directions: (66.4 Miles 1 hr 15 min)

  1. Broadview Rd South to Rt 82.
  2. Rt 82 East to I-77 South
  3. I-77 South to I-76 East
  4. I-76 East to I-77 South
  5. I-77 South to OH-212 East (Exit 93)
  6. OH-212 East to 6066 Boy Scout Rd NE/County Highway 83

Cost: $15.00 per scout (permission slip, waiver form, and fee due at meeting on September 17th)

Estimated Time of Return: Saturday, October 5th, 2:15pm - Pick-up scouts in parking lot behind Old Church

Trip Coordinator: Mr. Makowski

Items to Bring:

  • Scout Outdoor Essentials (see handbook)
  • Bring a whistle and compass if you have one.
  • Be Prepared for October weather.
SCHEDULE
Saturday, October 5th
7:30am Depart from Assumption Parking Lot (Be Prompt!)
8:45am Arrive at Camp Tuscazoar
8:45-9:15am Pancake Breakfast
9:15am Orienteering Instruction
9:30am Orienteering Begins (we will do 2 courses)
12:30pm Orienteering Ends
12:30pm Lunch
1:00pm Head for Home
2:15pm Return to Assumption Parking Lot

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