Doug Fir District:
The Boy Scouts of Douglas County, Oregon
Klondike Derby
 
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This exciting winter encampment is designed to assist Troops, Teams, Crews, and Posts supplement their year round camping experience.  Full of competition and fun, this event offers everyone something exiting!  You can expect:

 

WHAT'S NEW?

Snow Shoes
Klondike Derby History
The Guide to Safe Scouting
Leave No Trace
Age Appropriateness
 
  • Fun
  • Games
  • Gold rush theme
  • Food
  • Emergency shelter
  • Winter Camping experience
  • Patch
  • Prizes

Go to Roundtable to learn more about Klondike Derby in the coming year and to sign up.

Registration and Information

Each Patrol will need a pair of Snowshoes (optional) if you wish to build a set, Instructions on Building Snowshoes are at this link.  Here are 3 photos of the Jig for Shoe Frame, the Bare Shoe Frame and the Completed Snowshoes.

Don't forget to fill out a Local Tour Permit and send it to Council by the first week of January.  Be sure and be safe, follow the BSA Guidelines from
The Guide to Safe Scouting

Klondike Derby History

 

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