ArrowCorps5

(Summer 2008)

As anyone can see, the Order of the Arrow has had a long-standing interest in coordinating a national service project, utilizing the infrastructure and leadership established over many years of success at the Boy Scouts of America's high adventure bases.

Working closely together, the USFS and the OA have chosen five project sites, spread across America, that will be the focus of their combined efforts. ArrowCorps5 (pronounced Arrow Corps Five) will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for each participant to set an example of leadership in service to those who treasure our national forests.

Five thousand physically fit and able volunteers (determined by the "Philmont Weight Limits for Backpacking & Hiking"), made up of youth and adults, will participate.

The national Order of the Arrow committee and key sponsors will fund the projects. Participants will pay a reasonable fee to help pay for accommodations, meals, and a full day of recreational activities during the projects.

This will be instead of a NOAC in 2008. The next NOAC will not be until 2009.

Weekly Schedule

Saturday, Day 1: Arrival, check-in, and physical requirement confirmation all day. Evening dinner is first meal served, followed by opening assembly.
Day 2: Crew assignments, work-site/safety training, and shakedown.
Day 3: Service at work-site with trained foremen.
Day 4: Service at work-site with trained foremen.*
Day 5: Service at work-site with trained foremen.*
Day 6: Service at work-site with trained foremen.*
Day 7: Half day of service at work-site with trained foremen. Clean-up, rest, and evening dinner, followed by closing assembly and recognitions.
Day 8: Departure after breakfast.

*Participants will experience one full day of recreational activities on day 4, 5, or 6.

Project Sites, Dates & Discription

Mark Twain National Forest (Missouri) June 7-14, 2008

Cedar tree removal from glade areas in the wilderness to help restore native grasses. Recreational Opportunities: Canoeing, horseback riding, fishing, and visiting Branson, Missouri.

Manti-La Sal National Forest (Utah) June 14-21, 2008

Tamarisk (invasive species) removal along the Buckhorn Wash. Each day of work will push the Tamarisk invasionback 30 years. Recreational Opportunities: Green River float trips, National Parks, dinosaur quarry and museums, fishing, mountain biking, and whitewater rafting. Registration is due. Payment and Registration Forms must be received at the Scout Office by January 24th.

George Washington & Jefferson National Forests (Virginia) June 21-28, 2008

Campsite improvements and construction of sevenmiles of new multi-use trail north of Covington, Virginia. Recreational Opportunities: Whitewater rafting, fishing, mountain biking, and nearby historical sites.

Shasta-Trinity National Forest (California) July 12-19, 2008

Significant trail maintenance and reconstruction to avoid soil erosion. Recreational Opportunities: Whitewater rafting and kayaking, fishing, mountain climbing (Mt. Shasta), house boating and water skiing (Lake Shasta).

Bridger-Teton National Forest (Wyoming) July 26 - Aug. 2, 2006

Bridge work, campsite improvements, fence building, erosion control projects, and weed control. Recreational Opportunities: Whitewater rafting and kayaking, canoeing, fishing, sightseeing in both Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.

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Last modified January 9, 2008