A WWII documentary film called “No Ordinary Soldier” was shot at Camp Horseshoe in March 2020. Here are some pictures of the shooting taking place and some additional document and video artifacts.
The “No Ordinary Soldier” actors wait for some direction during the shoot.
Morning Setup
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The “No Ordinary Soldier” crew prepares for the day’s shoot.
Night Time Shoot
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The fog and lights are ready for the “No Ordinary Soldier” evening shoot.
Evening Lights
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The “No Ordinary Soldier” cast and crew work on a night time shoot at HSR.
Clarke and Company
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
Former Camp Horseshoe Director and now film director Clarke Green at the “No Ordinary Soldier” shoot.
Craft Services
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The Campcraft pavilion serves as the food pavilion during the “No Ordinary Soldier” shoot.
Camera Preparation
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The “No Ordinary Soldier” works on getting the angle and focus just right.
Night Time Soldiers
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The soldier cast of “No Ordinary Soldier” that was shot at HSR in 2020.
The Soldier Cast
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The soldier cast of “No Ordinary Soldier” that was shot at HSR in 2020.
Direction
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
Clarke Green speaks with the cast of “No Ordinary Soldier”.
Cast Setup
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The cast walks into the field prior to shooting for “No Ordinary Soldier”.
Tent Setup
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The crew sets up for “No Ordinary Soldier” shoot.
Happy Soldiers
2020 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The soldier cast of “No Ordinary Soldier” smiles for the camera.
Videos
Documents
The “No Ordinary Soldier” Call Sheet for the film that began production at Camp Horseshoe before the novel coronavirus pandemic hit. 2020 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Pumpkin Carvings
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Pumpkin Carving contests have been a mainstay of the Spook-o-ree events held at HSR since 2017.
Here is a sampling of the various pumpkins that were carved for the 2020 Spook-o-ree at HSR.
Pumpkin Carving Contest
2018 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here are several entries in the pumpkin carving contest for the 2018 Spook-o-ree.
Macabre Pumpkin
2020 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
A pumpkin with warts and a fierce glare was one of the many competing pumpkins at the 2020 Spook-o-ree at HSR.
Bringing Up the Pumpkins
2017 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Patrols bring up their pumpkins for judging at the first annual Spook-o-ree.
Pumpkin Carving Contest
2018 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here are several entries in the pumpkin carving contest for the 2018 Spook-o-ree.
Rocky the Pumpkin
2021 – Contributed by Anonymous
No name was given for this 2021 Spookoree Pumpkin Carving entry, but Rocky seems appropriate.
Wicked Shoe
2021 – Contributed by Anonymous
This pumpkin at the 2021 Spook-o-ree appears to be modeled after the footwear of the Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz.
Digestive Issues
2021 – Contributed by Anonymous
This pumpkin at the 2021 Spook-o-ree appears to have problems keeping his seeds down.
Pumpkins on Display
2021 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here are some of the 2021 Spookoree pumpkin carving entries for judging.
Artistic Pumpkins
2021 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here are some of the 2021 Spookoree pumpkin carving entries for judging.
Pumpkin Carving Contest
2018 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here are several entries in the pumpkin carving contest for the 2018 Spook-o-ree.
Videos
Pumpkin Carving Contest Spook-O-Ree staff judge the Pumpkin Carving Contest with many submissions from the competing patrols. 2017 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Cake as Art
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Cake and their decorations have been around since annivesaries and special events have been held at HSR. While not all of the “art” on these cakes was created at HSR, they were brought in to celebrate some momentous occasion.
85th Anniversary Cake
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The cooks whip a few special sheet cakes to celebrate the big occasion – 85 years… and counting!
Celebration!
2015 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The OA Food Service Crew brought out some cakes with some 100th anniversary emblems from the OA during the 2015 September Fellowship weekend.
Let Them Eat Cake
2014 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Kitchen Crew created some lovely decorated sheet cakes for the 2014 Octoraro September Fellowship Weekend.
Anniversary Cake
2016 – Contributed by Anonymous
The Food Service crew put together this lovely cake for Octoraro 22’s 90th anniversary.
Rose Trail Cake – Map
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
This fanciful cake is also functional! Though probably not 100% to scale, this map / confectionary treat was featured during the Rose Trail dedication on October 1st, 2011.
Dedication Cake
2014 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Green Cake with Clarke Green on it, in celebration of his 30 years as Scoutmaster of Troop 24.
Special Camporee Cake
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
A special cake for a special anniversary – 20 years of Camp Ware hosting the Special Camporee.
Bobwhite Cake
2012 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Wood Badge Bobwhite patrol uses a multi-tiered cake as an analogy to the Scouting patrol during their project presentation – with some tasty results!
Course Cake
2014 – Contributed by Richard K. Coster
The course cake for the N6-539-14 Wood Badge Course.
Reunion Cake
2004 – Contributed by Anonymous
The 5th Annual HSRAA Reunion, held at Camp John H. Ware 3rd in July 2004, featured a really nice cake.
Dick Bensing's Cake
2021 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here is a close up of the cake presented to longtime HSRAA Board member Dick Bensing at the 2021 HSRAA Annual Reunion.
Ernie's Cake
2023 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here is a closeup of Ernie Heegard’s cake at the 2023 HSRAA Reunion.
