Spring 2008 Camporee Mission Impossible Here are links to Camporee Packets.. PDF Format Word Format Spring Camporee Guide 93kb Spring Camporee Guide 89kb   Lord Baden-Powell described Scouting as "a game with a purpose". It is in that spirit that we offer this year's camporee. This year, we are trying something new, the entire camporee program will be conducted in the dark of night. The theme "MISSION IMPOSSIBLE" is designed to appeal to the sense of fun, adventure, and imagination so active in Scouts. During the camporee, Stearns Scout Camp will be swarming with young "secret agents" (Scouts) doing their best to accomplish several fun but challenging "Night Missions". Each patrol or new scouts should be accompanied by an advisor/observer (adult furnished by their unit). For older Scout Patrols, it is up to the descretion of each unit. Scout Patrols will be given secret orders that will direct them to their first night mission (event). They will be directed to a total of 11 Night Missions. After each completed night mission, they will be given sealed orders directing them to their next mission. The Eleven "Night Missions" of MISSION IMPOSSIBLE Laser Gauntlet Blind Escape Stealth Hike Espionage Adventure Star Trek Jaws of Death Solo Encounter Secret Stranger Enemy Encampment Agent Rescue Mystery Mission The theme is designed to appeal to the sense of fun, adventure, and imagination so active in boys. In addition, the program helps to put into practice Scouting skills, team building, personal reflection, physical agility, and resourcefulness. WHY A NIGHT CAMPOREE? There are several reasons supporting the idea of a "night camporee". Reason #1.   It is a fun and exciting departure from the "standard" camporee format. This is especially important to those experienced Scouts that have been to other Camporees and would enjoy something new and different. Reason #2.   To those Scouts involved in a busy weekend schedule of sports and other activities, it gives them the luxury of participating in those events and still complete a full experience at the MISSION IMPOSSIBLE night camporee. They don't have to choose between Scouting and other pursuits. Reason #3.   Under the cover of darkness, the environment takes on a mystery which creates a more exciting mood. The secrets of the night can be featured and appreciated. Things seem larger, farther, and more intriguing at night.