2022 Klondike Derby

GREETINGS KLONDIKERS

Let the mushing begin! The 2022 Klondike theme this year is “Winter Paradise”. Klondike will be held on January 21-23 at Paradise Point Public Area, which is located on the North side of Perry Lake.

WHAT IS THE KLONDIKE DERBY?

For those who are unfamiliar with the Klondike Derby, check out this article that explains what the fuss is all about!

Klondike Leaders Guide 2022

Klondike 2022 Course Map

The Leaders Guide provides information about camping, directions to and a map of Paradise Point Public Area, the course, the patrol roster, equipment list, schedule, and contact information for your Klondike staff.

SLED TEAMS

Teams should be 6 to 10 Scouts per sled grouped by age. The ideal number is 8. There are three Courses: a Webelos course, a Scout BSA course, and the Extreme course. Each Scout on the Extreme course must be at least 14 years old as of Jan. 1, 2022

Small sled team? Consider combining with another unit. Use your roundtable to assist with combining sleds. Try to put participants of approximately the same age on a sled. Each course will be set up for the types of skills that are expected for their age. The registration area will assist with combining sleds on Derby Day.

If you plan to make a new sled, be creative, but make it out of wood. What you use for runners is up to you. From the runners up, it should look something like the plans in this packet.

Patrol (Sled) Team Flag Competition

Each sled should have its own flag. Use your patrol flag or consider making a special flag that follows this year’s theme (Winter Paradise) or patch. Only the flags that follow this year’s theme will be considered by the judge. This year the Patrol Sled and Patrol Flag competitions will be a station at the Scout BSA and Webelos courses.

Course Types

Webelos Course

Teamwork and having fun is the order of the day for the Webelos. This course will give the Scouts a challenge and develop their ability to work as a patrol as they prepare to bridge to the Troop.  Parents and Leaders are encouraged to let them complete the challenges without help to get the most points and the best experience from each town.

Scout BSA Course

Requirements for Scout First Class advancement will again be a major emphasis for the town activities on the Scouts BSA course. It will test their ability to work together and perform all the important Scout skills. Leaders need not walk with the Scouts and are encouraged to volunteer as Mayors of the towns to put on a great experience for the Scouts.

Extreme Course

Older, more experienced Scouts will be challenged at a high level on the Klondike Extreme Course.

The course is set up for extreme scouting.  Test your scouting navigation savvy in our geocaching and compass courses. Maybe archery or shelter building are your specialty? Do you want to try your hand at archery and shotgun shooting? Check out our course and see how you measure up. You can also use a Travois or Pack Baskets instead of sleds if you choose.

Governor’s Award

There will be a Governor’s Award for each course presented to the overall best sled team.  This will be based on the cumulative scores from each town.

HATS & PATCH

Don’t forget to order your beanie style hat $12 at online registration checkout! Hats are not guaranteed the day of the event, so get your order in by the Wednesday December 15th deadline.

CAMPING

This is an excellent opportunity for Cold Weather camping. Friday and Saturday night camping is available to all participants. We will section off an area for Webelos and an area for Scouts BSA/Crews. All those who wish to camp should keep in mind Cold Winter Camping requires special preparation. Please be prepared for this style of camping with the right equipment to have an enjoyable experience and stay warm and safe. We ask you to use low impact camping methods. All fires must be in fire barrels or fire rings. Please bring your own fire barrels or fire rings. No open flames or stoves inside of tents per BSA Guide to Safe Scouting regulations.

COLD WEATHER TIPS:

Be Prepared! Its up to each Scout and sled team to be prepared for the cold-weather. Here are some tips for clothing during the day:

  • COTTON KILLS! Do not bring cotton. Staying dry is the key to staying warm. Air is an excellent insulator and by wearing several layers of clothes you will keep warm. 
  • Remember the 3 W’s of layering – Wicking inside layer, Warmth middle layer(s) and Wind/Water outer layer. Wicking should be a polypropylene material as long underwear and also sock liner. Warmth layer(s) should be fleece or wool. The Wind/Water layer should be Gore-Tex or at least 60/40 nylon. 
  • Bring extra hand covering – mittens are warmer than gloves.
  • Bring 2 changes of socks per day.
  • Use plastic grocery bags or bread bags over socks. This keeps your boots dry and you can easily change those wet socks
  • Keep your hands and feet warm. Your body will always protect the core, so if your hands and feet are warm, your core will also likely be warm. If your hands or feet are cold, put on more layers, and put on a hat!

For information on cold-weather camping, please review the BSA Field Book, p. 241-245.

Or check out these online resources:

COIVD Procedures

We will follow the guidelines of Jefferson County to ensure a safe event.

REGISTRATION

Early Bird Registration as well as your opportunity to order your Klondike hat ends on December 15th.

Online registration will end on January 12, 2022. After that you may register on-site at Klondike, but there will be an additional charge for day-of registration.

Online Registration is by unit contingent only, not by individual. For registration purposes, the only information that needs to be provided is the number of Scouts on each course, the number of hats you would like to order, and the number of adults. You will be required to fill out the roster and present at check-in (see leader guide for form).

Each Pack and Troop should provide a Patrol Sled roster (see leader guide) to the registration/check-in table onsite.

* * * REFUND POLICY * * * 
Refunds are not available, but fee’s may be transferred to another youth or adult attending this event. This is an all-weather event and will not be canceled for any reason. Be Prepared!   NOTE: If the event is canceled by a Government agency, refunds will be granted.

Driving Directions: 

From Atchison

Head South on US-59/US-73
Continue on KS-4 West
Turn left at KS-16
Turn right at Ferguson Road
Turn right at 118th Street

From Topeka

Head East on US-24
Take the KS-4 E ramp – Turn left
Turn right at KS-92
Turn left at Feguson Road
Turn left at 118th Street

From Lawrence

Head North on US-24/US-59
Turn right at Feguson Road
Turn left at 118th Street

We would love your help!!

Extreme Course Governor, Sunflower District – James Hetrick – jdhetrick69@gmail.com

Scout BSA Course Governor, Bison District – Chris Wagner – wagner1969@hotmail.com

Webelos Course Governor, Sojadi District – Casey Headley – cheadley@emporia-kansas.gov

Questions?

Contact

Paul Rossillon

fixyourwreck@yahoo.com or 785.760.2682

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