Staff Meeting
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Staff for the 2013 Ranger’s Challenge gather in the Kindness Center at Camp Horseshoe to go over assignments.
Staff Meeting
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Frank Keegan addresses his staff to go over assignments and logistics during a very rainy Friday night.
BBQ Contest Judges
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The judges were very hungry for some quality barbeque! There were 10 units who entered but only 1 could ultimately win the tasty competition.
Tomahawk Throwing
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
One of the most fun events of the entire Ranger’s Challenge was the Tomahawk Throwing station.
Tomahawk Throwing
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Everyone had a great time trying out the Tomahawk Throwing exhibit.
Axe Sharpening
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
This presenter shows the Scouts how to properly sharpen an axe blade.
Paintballers
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here we see the staff of the Paintball Range – headed by Ian Malloy – during the Ranger’s Challenge.
Canoe Hauling
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
These Scouts wandered around the Athletic Field with a canoe while using GPS to go the proper route.
Down by the Pool
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Troop 52 chose a unique place to camp – down by the pool! Actually, the Ranger’s Challenge was so popular, this was one of the few spots left open for a troop to camp during the weekend.
Rifle Shooting
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Scouts here practice their aim on targets before getting to the next round for the qualifying shots.
Firem'n Chit
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Despite the Ranger’s Challenge being billed as a “Fun” activity, Scouts actually learned a thing or two along the way! Here we see them practices their fire-making skills in a responsible manner.
The Matrix
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Staff look at the patrol matrix of 51 patrols and figure out who will be where at the start of the 2013 Ranger’s Challenge.
BBQ Set
2013 – Contributed by Jake Segal
The winner of the Barbeque competition ended up getting this nifty prize – a home barbeque set!
BBQ Competition
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Here we see one of the fine entries into the BBQ competition.
BBQ Competition
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Paul Munscher, Patti Pfeiffer, Tom Iavari and other judges grade the BBQ entries.
BBQ Competition
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Amy Dalesandro judges some of the fine entries of the BBQ competition.
Don Schultz
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Don Schultz from the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) stops by with Smokey Bear.
Frank Keegan Jr
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Ranger’s Challenge Lead Frank Keegan takes a much needed rest.
Ghost Story
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Octoraro 22 Lodge Adviser Andrew Coe talks about the history of the camp and its spooky inhabitants down at the White House during the Ranger’s Challenge. Lodge Chief Alex Hughes also spoke of the White House Ghosts.
Horseshoes at Horseshoe
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Here we see the Scoutmasters take part in the Horseshoes competition.
Horseshoes at Horseshoe
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
A favorite of the Scoutmasters, the Horseshoe Competition, keeps them busy while the patrols compete in the Ranger’s Challenge.
Tomahawk Throwing
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Someone actually got one of the Tomahawks to stick!
Tomahawk Throwing
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
This Scout prepares to throw a tomahawk during the Ranger’s Challenge.
Trading Post
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Here is the Ranger’s Challenge Trading Post staff smiling for the camera.
Two-Man Saw
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Strong and steady wins the race.
Two-Man Saw
2013 – Contributed by Anonymous
Lots of power and patience are required to excel in this competition.
Medical Staff
2013 – Contributed by Jake Segal
The Ranger’s Challenge Medical Staff – Jim Reagan and Jim Trainor – didn’t have much to do as it was an incident-free event.
Awaiting the Awards
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Participants of the 2013 Ranger’s Challenge eagerly await the results of the campwide competition.
Awarding the Best
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The winning patrol, the Scorpion Patrol from Troop 23, had their name emblazoned on a plaque to hang in the Camp Horseshoe Dining Hall.
Ranger's Challenge – Two-man Saw
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Some Scouts try their skill at two-man sawing at one of the many stations throughout camp during The Ranger’s Challenge.
Leave No Trace
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Trainer Chris Gilbert instructs adults on the principles of Leave No Trace so that they are prepared for Backcountry camping.
Kitchen Staff
2013 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Though the troops and crews cooked in their campsites, someone had to feed the staff! Here is the cooking crew in the kitchen whipping up Saturday lunch.
