What: Klondike Derby 2026
When: January 24th, 8am – 9pm. The trip is day only. But if there are enough people interested and will commit to camp on the weekend, this is an option. We would need at least 5 scouts and 2 adults to commit to make that happen. (There will be a space in the signupgenius to let us know if you would commit, otherwise it will just be a day trip.)
Where: Tunnel Mill
How: It costs $20 for a scout and $10 for an adult or $5 if the adult staffs. (This covers for the patch, a special gift, and the complimentary dinner.) (Cost for lunches by patrols is TBD.)
Why: The Klondike Derby is an event where we make a sled and put supplies in it. The scouts act as the dogs to pull the sled from station to station. At those stations they do scouting activities and challenges.
Schedule:
7:40am – meet at Saint Pats
8:00am – Drive to Tunnel Mill
8:40am – Arrive and get sled ready
9:00am to 12:00pm – Practice Stations (Orienteering, Geocaching, Fire-building, Knots, Shelter Building) & Tug-o-War Competition
12:00pm to 2:00pm – Hot lunch (Cooking by Patrol TBD)
2:00pm to 5:15pm – Klondike Race
5:45pm – Closing Flags
6:00pm – Scout Trivia
6:30pm – Dinner (provided and included with fee, no cooking by us) @ Dining Hall
8:00pm – Awards
8:30pm – Leave camp
9:15pm – Arrive back at Saint Pats
Get ready for the ultimate winter adventure at The Klondike Derby! This thrilling Scoutcraft and Leadership competition challenges patrols to test their skills and teamwork in a series of exciting events. Equipped with their gear on sleds, Scouts will navigate through trails and tackle a range of challenging activities designed to put their scouting knowledge and leadership to the test. Earn points, compete for glory, and experience the camaraderie of working together in the great outdoors. Don’t miss this frosty, fun-filled derby, and your chance to show off your skills, embrace the winter wonderland, and make lasting memories. Sign up now for a frosty, fun-filled derby!
