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TABLE OF CONTENTS
THE CROSSOVER CEREMONY ............................................................................................................................ 5
COORDINATORS .......................................................................................................................................... 6
2016 POWWOW SCHEDULE ........................................................................................................................ 8
CAMP MEALS ................................................................................................................................................ 9
VOLUNTEERS ................................................................................................................................................. 9
OUTPOST GUESTS ............................................................................................................................................. 9
PRE-REGISTRATION ............................................................................................................................... 10
OUTPOST COORDINATORS’ WEB PORTAL .......................................................................................... 10
ON-SITE REGISTRATION ............................................................................................................................ 10
FCF ACTIVITIES ........................................................................................................................................... 11
POWWOW BAND .......................................................................................................................................... 12
DISTRICT DIRECTOR’S AWARD .................................................................................................................. 12
ALL POWWOW GAMES ............................................................................................................................. 12
INDIVIDUAL COMPETITIONS .............................................................................................................. 13
OUTPOST COMPETITIONS ................................................................................................................... 13
TEAM COMPETITIONS ........................................................................................................................... 14
POWWOW MAP ................................................................................................................................................. 14
SPECIAL POLICY NOTES TO LEADERS ....................................................................................................... 15
STXRoyalRangers.com……………………
Online Registration; Games and Shooting Sports Information;
Map/Directions to Camp Williams; Updated Powwow Information
Pre-registration REQUIRED for overnight ADULT admission
Keep an eye out for our items throughout the packet on the pages indicated above! They contain new
information about the Outpost Powwow Video Competition, Playing in the Band, Outpost
Model Bridge Competition, Soccer Tournament, Ranger Derby, How to win a YETI
COOLER and more! Please consider arranging a later departure time on Sunday to allow your outpost
to stay and assist with camp teardown. Many hands make light work!
*NOTE* Some Powwow activities will require preparation before camp. Please review the packet
carefully regarding events and tournaments.
SCHEDULE: Due to the wide range of games and events in a limited duration, boys must make choices
about what they choose to participate in. It will not be possible to “Do It All”. Please see the schedule
for events that overlap and share it with your boys so they can “Choose Their Own Adventure”.
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Dear Royal Rangers and Friends,
I don't know about you, but I'm thrilled to have Powwow in our sights. This year marks our 49th annual Powwow and the second at beautiful Camp Williams, the Home of
South Texas Royal Rangers! This year's theme, "The Line" from Joshua 24:15, will challenge all of us to examine our walk with Christ and choose if we are willing to live
for Him. Our speaker is Jim Barger, Sr., former Royal Rangers National Council President, who will connect with every camper; both young and old.
For Powwow 2016, boys who complete the Discipleship Trail will be eligible to win one
of 3 new Playstation 4 (PS4) game consoles! One will be given away to a Discovery, Adventure and Expedition Ranger. Also, we’ll give away a Yeti cooler to one
leader who volunteers and completes their assigned shift during Powwow! Please make sure to read the sections regarding changes for Powwow and come ready for
excitement.
This year, we will receive a special offering for our annual Missions project. Our goal is
to raise $30,000 for Agora Ministries of San Antonio by this August. Agora purposefully aims to encourage, empower, educate and mentor families, children and
"at risk" youth in the 78207 zip code of greater San Antonio. Please rally support in your outpost and begin planning for our special offering on Friday evening. Help us
teach the boys the importance of giving and participating in missions by setting an example. We look forward to all learning more about this great ministry!
Powwow is our biggest evangelical opportunity and we’re expecting a mighty move of
God! I personally invite you to join me in praying from now until camp for the spiritual results of Powwow; not only in the services but also in the individual discipleship time
that leaders and pastors will have with young men. Remember, the central goal and purpose of Powwow is broad evangelism and spiritual impact, therefore all group
assemblies and services are required for everyone.
IMPORTANT POLICY NOTE: Due to insurance requirement, adults 18 years of age
and older must pre-register to attend Powwow overnight. After Thursday, April 7th, no additional adults may register to attend as overnight campers and adult registration
transfers will not be permitted. Please make sure that every overnight leader, parent, volunteer sponsor and adult worker is registered on or before the April 7th deadline.
See you at Powwow at beautiful Camp Williams!
Jason Bone
District Director
South Texas Royal Rangers
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THE CROSSOVER CEREMONY
Dear Ranger Leader,
Every day, a spiritual battle faces each and
every young man. Whether or not they realize it,
that battle is real and the stakes are eternal! Our
culture in America is not suited for a young man
looking to grow spiritually into the godly man the
Lord desires. Young men are bombarded with
issues at home and school and are constantly fed
messages by our society about what it takes to be "a
real man". In First Corinthians 13:11, Paul writes,
"When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood
as a child, I thought as a child; but when I became a
man, I put away childish things." Unfortunately, our
young men have no defined "rite of passage" that
separates the beginning of their manhood either
physically or spiritually.
With that need in mind, in 1998, the district
leadership team developed a ceremony that
introduced our young men to the correct approach in
crossing from a childlike mindset to accepting the
responsibilities and thought process of a godly man.
Since 1998, at each South Texas District Powwow,
we have conducted the "Crossover Ceremony" for
Expedition Rangers allowing them at an appropriate
time to "crossover" into godly manhood. Each
young man takes a definite step with a host of
witnesses who will be there to pray for and
encourage him as he takes a public step of faith.
Each participant will also be given a special coin
that will forever be a symbol of the crossing over
that took place. He will also have the opportunity to
partake with the staff in Holy Communion
reminding him of what Jesus has already
accomplished in his life.
The ceremony will be held Saturday night
after the evening service and altar call. The
ceremony is open to Expedition Rangers, leaders
and personal mentors that are able to attend. We ask
that all leaders make sure there is appropriate
supervision in their camps before they attend. This
is an opportunity as leaders to relate to our young
men and walk beside them as they journey into a
deeper adventure with Christ. How we approach
and treat them on this journey will have a great
impact on their walk and their success in
transitioning into a godly man. If you do not wish
for your young man to participate in this memorable
occasion or feel that he is not yet ready spiritually
for this commitment, please communicate your
decision with him ahead of time. In the “Powwow
Forms” document found online, you will find an
application that each young man needs to have
completed before participating in the ceremony.
Please have this filled out prior to arriving to the
camp and turn it in at registration on Friday. We
hope you are as excited about sharing this
opportunity with the future men in South Texas as
we are!
Jason Bone
District Director
South Texas Royal Rangers
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COORDINATORS
Powwow Coordinator
Volunteer Coordinator
Featured Speaker
Chad Hutson - District Powwow Coordinator
Jeff Stokes - San Antonio Section Director
Jim Barger, Sr. – National Royal Rangers Field Advisor
Services/Worship Greg Rudy & Billy Wallace
Discipleship Trail Frank Frazar – San Jacinto Section Aide
First Aid/Safety John Sandoval – Outpost Coordinator, Outpost 5
Registration Richard Fitzgerald – District Treasurer/Chartering Coordinator
Cam Hendricks – District Communications Coordinator
Misty Hutson
Games
Football Tournament
Soccer Tournament
Mark Stahman, Riley O’Dell- Expedition Rangers from Outpost 345
TJ Arnold – Assistant District Communications Coordinator
TBD
Paintball Competition Robert Muchow
Shooting Sports
Food Services
TBD
Thomas ‘TJ’ Atkinson
Ken Porter- District Outreach Coordinator
Ranger Kids Event Bob Jensen – District Ranger Kids Coordinator
FCF Village Tom Jamison – District FCF President
Concessions
Camp Store
Raul Ramos
Cam Hendricks – District Communications Coordinator
Check out www.STXRoyalRangers.com for changes & updates
Make sure you have the LATEST version as noted at the bottom of each page
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2016 POWWOW SCHEDULE
F RI DAY , AP RIL 1 5
10:00 am Camp opens for registration and camp setup
12:00 pm Snack bars, Camp Store open (cash sales)
1:00 pm Prayer Tent/Discipleship Trail opens
3:00 pm Initiative Games open
5:30 pm Staff meeting with ALL section directors at Camp House
6:00pm Dinner served by Section in campsite
7:00 pm Snack Bars and Camp Store close
7:55 pm Gather at the Assembly Area
Arrive On Time! Points awarded for skits or other presentations at Opening
Assembly!
• General Assembly & FCF Call Out • Worship • Rev. Doug Marsh • Altar Call
After Service Clothespin Freeze Tag – see attached rules
Snack Bars and Camp Store open until curfew
Curfew (Taps) 60 minutes after the service is dismissed
“Dark-Thirty” Expedition Ranger’s Hangout
SATURDAY , AP RI L 1 6 ( V i s i t o r / D a y C am p e r h o u r s : 9 am -10 p m )
6:30 am Reveille
7:00 am Breakfast served by Section at campsites, Snack Bars open
8:00 am Gather at Assembly Area for devotion, instructions and outpost uniform review
9:00 am Camp Store opens
9:00 am to 3:00 pm Camp Games*
11:30 Lunch served by Section at campsites
12:00 Ranger Derby races
3:30 pm to 5:00 pm “Tornado” ALL Powwow Game (Including Adults) See attached rules
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Camp Teardown section assignments
6:00pm Dinner served by Section at campsites
7:00 pm Snack Bars and Camp Store close
7:25 pm Gather at the Assembly Area
Worship • Special Offering for Agora Ministries • Jim Barger, Sr. •Altar Call
After Service Snack bars, Camp Store open until curfew
~10:00 pm Crossover Ceremony for registered Expedition Rangers following the altar call
Curfew (Taps) 60 minutes after service is dismissed
*Time slots issued at camp for Soccer, Football, Paintball, and Shotgun held during Games session.
S UN DAY , AP RIL 17
7:00 am Reveille
7:00 am Breakfast served by Section at campsites, Snack Bars open
9:00 am Morning Assembly, Announcements, Sunday School (by Age Group),
Patrol Insignia Judging, Awards & Closing Ceremony, and Devotion
10:00am Outposts encouraged to stay after campsite cleanup to assist with camp teardown
11:00am Snack Bars close
2:00 pm Camps to be cleared by section directors/Powwow staff no later than 2 PM
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CAMP MEALS
This year food will be delivered to your outpost by
section. We will prepare and bring it to your section
entrance at a designated time for breakfast, lunch,
and dinner. We hope to make this camp experience
as easy as possible on all outpost leadership by
requiring less time in the kitchen cooking and
cleaning and more time enjoying camp while
mentoring future men. Each outpost is responsible
for Friday’s lunch, whether you bring it with you,
eat on the way or buy it from the snack bar on site.
The snack bar will be open starting at noon on
Friday. Day campers will be fed 2 meals with your
outpost for Saturday (lunch and dinner). Meals will
include milk or juice (for breakfast), or tea,
lemonade, or water. Sodas will be available for
purchase at the snack bar. If a camper wishes to buy
snack foods or extra meals, he may do so with cash
as in previous years for concessions. Each outpost
should also bring enough water and drinks to keep
their campers hydrated throughout camp. Groups
are welcome to eat in their own campsites or
elsewhere on Powwow grounds. Please be
cognizant of trash. Dietary restrictions such as
allergies etc. should be considered and accounted
for by each outpost. Our menu will be as follows:
Friday dinner: Pizza. Saturday breakfast: Breakfast
burritos, lunch: Sandwiches, dinner: Grilled Pork
Chops and Kiolbassa Sausage.
VOLUNTEERS
Powwow will provide each leader in the district an
opportunity to serve in at least 2 time slots ‘a-la
Camporama.’ There will be a sign-up sheet located
at registration for each adult leader (Pastors
excluded) to choose at least 2 areas of camp service,
on a first come, first served basis. These
opportunities will include game judges, cooks,
servers, parking lot attendants, shooting sports
assistants, etc. For advanced requests, please email
[email protected]. Men who complete
their service requirement earn a chance to win a
YETI cooler on Sunday morning.
OUTPOST GUESTS
A core value of Powwow is to serve as an
evangelistic camp. It’s an adventurous place for
your boys to invite their friends to introduce them to
Rangers and more importantly to Jesus! Please
encourage your future men to invite their school
friends, neighbors, and sports teammates. Help
build their confidence in sharing the gospel while
you gain an opportunity to help a boy find an
everlasting relationship with Jesus Christ.
Printable posters/flyers are available on
STXRoyalRangers.com to help your Rangers
invite their friends.
THE ‘BOTTOM LINE’
The South Texas Royal Rangers Powwow is a camp with a purpose. It’s designed to energize and excite every
boy in your outpost, church and community – from the youngest to the oldest. It’s a time to adventure together
with your young men and to give them a taste of the many things that the Church and Royal Rangers has to offer.
It’s also a time of revival as we attend Spirit-filled services and worship to reach the lost as well as bolster the
weary warrior. We’ve worked hard to make it as easy as possible for a local outpost or youth group to enjoy
camp at an affordable cost with minimal camping gear. We’ve tirelessly sought supply, equipment and service
donations for the district to maintain the lowest camp cost possible and provide a great value to each camper
present. For as low as $60 per pre-registered, chartered Ranger (or as low as $70 for pre-registered, unchartered
Rangers), campers will receive camp admission, 5 hearty meals, access to more games and events than they have
time for, a Velcro backed patch and a life changing experience they will bring back to their homes and schools.
Come join us and invite your Ranger’s friends, your Pastors and dads and let’s worship together!
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PRE-REGISTRATION
All adults must pre-register to be permitted to stay overnight on the Powwow Grounds. Due to district
insurance policies, all adults (18 years of age or older) will have to pre-register as described below. It is greatly
encouraged that boys pre-register as well. Boys under 18 will be permitted to register at the gate. They must
provide the required fees for admittance and must be registered using the online form submission at
STXRoyalRangers.com. Pre-registration opens online Monday, February 8!
Pre-registration is EASIER than ever!
1) Parents/Guardians must complete and e-sign the online registration for their camper (whether an overnight or day camper)
at: STXRoyalRangers.com. Printable business cards are available on STXRoyalRangers.com to direct parents to our
website and provide them with your outpost number. Adults/Leaders must complete their own registration.
2) Print out the Registration Confirmation sheet.
3) Parents/Guardians can then pay by submitting a check to their local Outpost Coordinator with their confirmation printout.
Outpost coordinators can submit payment for the entire outpost to the district P.O. Box. Please collect all the fees as
indicated on the individual registration confirmation printouts and send a church check (postmarked by the deadline below)
to:
Early Bird Discount Deadline: 3.4.16
Adult/Pre-registration Deadline: 4.7.16
Mailed submissions and checks must be postmarked on or before 4.7.16. Your registration (or price discount)
is not complete until we receive payment postmarked by the dates above. Outpost coordinators will be
notified by email with a list of prepaid tickets from April. Tickets may be used by any camper regardless of
who originally paid admission.
OUTPOST COORDINATORS’ WEB PORTAL Coming soon to a website near you, the all new Outpost Commander’s Portal will give instant access to each
outpost’s registration summary. Outpost Coordinators are encouraged to apply for their access online at
STXRoyalRangers.com after once the new system is made available.
ON-SITE REGISTRATION
A Powwow Info Booth will be maintained at
registration for coordination and informational
purposes. During registration, the Outpost
Coordinator or other designated leader is responsible
for turning in any required paperwork and paying the
fees for each camper before a campsite will be issued.
Upon arrival, please be prepared for your entire party
to disembark the vehicle at registration. We will check
in each camper and verify every adult’s picture ID
before admission. Each adult’s photo ID must match
his name listed on the application for admittance. A
complete pre-registration will greatly accelerate this
process as names, fees and paperwork will be verified
in advance. Outposts who are completely pre-
registered will be admitted through an express lane
and greatly expedite their process on-site. Boys
registered at the gate must have had forms pre-
submitted online. Payment for on-site registration or
any other remaining outpost balance is due before
entering camp. Any boys exceeding the outpost’s total
number of pre-registered boys will be charged an
admission fee before entry. Unused registration fees
will not be refunded. No adult registration transfers
will be permitted after the pre-registration deadline. If
a pre-registered boy is unable to attend, we greatly
encourage you to invite another boy in his place!
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FCF ACTIVITIES
The FCF Village will be open for viewing and
demonstrations on Saturday. Those camping in the
FCF Village will be displaying FCF trades, items
and other skills for the enjoyment of the boys.
Select FCF members will be firing a cannon hourly
at a target during Village visitation hours. A
selection of patrols actively participating in FCF
village activities have the privilege of aiming the
cannon before the cannoneers fire it! Powwow
points will be given for FCF Village participation
and for the outposts who land a cannon hit! All new
members that completed their FCF requirements
and attended the 2016 Frontier Adventure in late
February will be able to participate in the “Call Out”
recognizing them at the Friday evening assembly.
Select FCF members will also serve as our color
guard for the duration of camp.
LEADER’S LOUNGE
We’re pleased to announce a Leader’s Lounge area for men to relax and fellowship. Come take a load off and
enjoy some ice cold sweet tea. Share ideas and challenges with one another and our district leadership. Play a
few rounds of Horseshoes or just sit and enjoy the shade while charging your cellphone. Keep track of the
Powwow’s “Who’s Who” Leaderboard posted nearby.
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POWWOW STORE
We will once again have a full-featured Powwow
store with Powwow and South Texas District
merchandise including Powwow shirts, hats,
beanies, hoodies and more!
POWWOW BAND Would you like to play on stage with the Powwow
Band? We’re seeking Adventure or Expedition
Rangers with vocal and instrumental talent, as well as
those who can run a soundboard and lighting. If you’re
interested email [email protected]!
AWARDSDISTRICT DIRECTOR’S AWARD:
The Outpost with the best overall composite
score for each division will receive a traveling trophy
to be kept for one year on display by the Outpost.
Outposts with 26 or more campers will compete in the
Blue division, while outposts with 25 or fewer
campers will compete in the Red division. The
receiving outpost is to return the award the following
year so that it can be awarded once again. Boys will
earn points for participation in all facets of the camp.
Powwow staff will also randomly award points
throughout camp whenever they observe a boy
exhibiting specific points of the Ranger Code. These
points will be in addition to those earned by boys who
win games and competitions and outposts or sections
who win team awards. Outpost numbers will be
written on each wristband for your Ranger’s to quickly
identify themselves to assign points appropriately.
Best Section Entrance: Points will be awarded to each
outpost in the section whose camp entrance is voted
“Best in Camp”. Extreme preference will be to section
entrances that match our theme.
Best Patrol Insignia: Points will be awarded for best
patrol insignia in the Discovery, Adventure and
Expedition Rangers categories.
Discipleship Trail: We will provide a section of camp
for leaders and Pastors to take a small group through.
Both men and boys should come prepared to be
challenged together. Participation awards will be
provided after an adult certifies completion. Those
who participate will be entered to win one of 3
PlayStation 4 (PS4) gaming consoles. A PS4 will be
reserved for each age group present: Discovery,
Adventure and Expedition Rangers.
Games: Participation Raffle Tickets will be given to
each boy completing a game. Winners will be given
bonus tickets. These tickets should be deposited into
the camper’s outpost ticket box located at the camp
store for counting/scoring. Some games will result in
overall camp placing which will also count towards
the District Director’s Award. Points will be awarded
for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age category.
ALL POWWOW GAMES
Tornado: An epic Dodge ball game for all. This top
secret game will prove who’s who among South
Texas, but we can’t tell you what it’s about until
camp! All we can say is, bring all your old dirty
socks. This game is sure to blow you away.
Clothespin Freeze Tag: Under the cover of darkness
you will battle in this game of quick wit, quick
reflexes, and quick feet. When the dust settles, the
outpost with the most clothespins will walk away
with bragging rights and a pile of outpost points.
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INDIVIDUAL COMPETITIONS
There are several new and classic individual
competitions that earn points for the District
Director’s Award. Individual competitions include:
Circular Tug Of War, Obstacle Course, Jousting,
Nerf Fencing, Bucking Barrel Ride, and more.
Ranger Derby will be held during the day on
Saturday. Cars must be submitted by 10AM
Saturday morning to the registration booth. We are
using an adaptation of several of our sectional rules
and can be seen in the Powwow Rules packet.
Rangers may enter new cars or cars raced in their
previous local/sectional Derby.
Shooting Sports will host a .22 tournament and
Shotgun Skeet shoot competition ($5 fee, see forms
for details)
OUTPOST COMPETITIONS
Outpost Video Challenge: Outposts are asked to create
Powwow videos prior to camp with the suggested
theme: “Why I can’t wait till Powwow!” Videos
should be posted to YouTube. We will link winners to
the district webpage and award points for participation
and excellence. For instructions or guidance please
email [email protected]
Model Bridge Competition: Outposts can conquer one
of the oldest engineering challenges in history, bridge
building! Miniature model bridges will be built out of
balsa wood and judged based on load capacity and
aesthetics. We will load test outpost’s model bridges to
failure at camp. Bridges must be submitted to
registration by 10AM on Saturday morning. See the
Rules packet for more details.
Patrol Insignia Judging: Conducted at the assembly
area during Sunday School, the flags will be judged by
age group. Judging will be on the basis of originality,
quality, effort expended, and appropriateness.
Uniformity Inspection: Conducted at Saturday’s
morning assembly. There will be separate scores for
Discovery, Adventure, and Expedition Ranger groups.
Each outpost will be judged and awarded points based
on proper uniforms as defined in the latest Royal
Ranger guidelines. This includes utility, dress, special,
etc. The goal is uniformity among the outpost. More
possible points will be earned by outposts with utility
and dress khaki uniforms due to the exact
specifications for those styles of uniforms; however,
participation points will be significant enough to
encourage outposts to wear an “outpost T-shirt and
jeans” (special uniform). A uniform of any kind is
highly encouraged as it helps to build a sense of unity
and team spirit amongst your boys. NOTE: Presence
of headgear and patrol flags will be considered as a part
of the inspection.
Assembly Skits/Human Videos: We will feature a select
few outposts to entertain us during service time with
their best skits, human videos and A/V productions.
Slots will be on a first come, first served basis and
points will be given to participants and “Best in Class”.
Initiative Games: Challenges similar to those found in
your Leadership merits will be provided for outposts to
solve together. Points will be awarded for best
times/highest score as appropriate. These games will
test your boys’ ability to work together and critically.
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TEAM COMPETITIONS
Team competitions will allow for cross-outpost or single outpost teams to compete against each other during
this year’s Powwow. There will be some cross-outpost team games available which will not count toward the
outpost score. These “pickup” games will be similar to games we’ve played in the past including Gladiator,
Human Foosball, Steal the Bacon, and Oversized ‘Beach’ Volleyball.
4-vs. 4 Soccer: Introducing a short field, short goal,
short team tournament that’s anything but short on
intense gameplay. Our 4 on 4 tournament has been
developed based on rules from several prestigious 4
and 5 aside soccer tournaments. Come with your
team, or sign up for a pickup team at camp. See the
Rules packet for rules and details.
6 vs. 6 FOOTBALL: Are you ready for some
FOOTBALL? Specifically designed rules by a 7-on-
7 referee will be used to hold a tournament of
champions on Saturday. Outposts are encouraged
to form teams and review the 6 vs. 6 football section
of the Powwow packet game rules for details. “Pick-
Up” teams will be available for players without a
complete team. “Pick-Up” team sign up will take
place at the registration table on Friday. All football
teams must be signed up by Friday night in order to
participate. The winning team will have bragging
rights and receive points toward each player’s
respective outpost.
Paintball: Are your dreams dominated by excursions
of Navy Seals, Black Berets, and Army Rangers?
Then this one’s for you! A paintball tournament will
be held and professionally facilitated on site. See
the paintball section of the Powwow packet game
rules for details! Teams may consist of single or
cross-outpost members. The winning team will
have points awarded to each of the outposts
represented.
POWWOW MAP
This year’s Powwow will be held at the South Texas Royal Rangers Campground known as “Camp Williams”
South of Hallettsville Texas. The map below is for general reference. A more detailed map and directions will
be available on STXRoyalRangers.com.
1345 County Road 444, Hallettsville, TX
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SPECIAL POLICY NOTES TO LEADERS
CHARTERING: Powwow is open to chartered and
non-chartered outposts and groups. Outposts and
individuals attending Powwow who plan to charter
need to do so prior to submitting their pre-registration
to be eligible for applicable discounts. Charter status
will be determined on the date of submission/
postmark. NOTE: Chartered outposts will receive
chartered discount pricing for boys and leaders up to
the number of each chartered for the current year.
Additional attendees, including visitors, will be
charged the non-chartered price.
PARTICIPATION/VISITORS: Powwow has
been designed for Discovery, Adventure, Expedition
Rangers and male leaders. Pastors, outpost
committee members, dads, deacons, and other leaders
are welcome to attend, but must be listed on the
“POWWOW REGISTRATION FORM-ADULTS”
in the forms section. All adults 18 years of age and
older that attend must be listed and approved via
signature from a pastor on behalf of the leader’s
church. Ladies are welcome to participate during the
Saturday visiting hours listed on the camp schedule.
For privacy reasons, we ask that all female visitors
remain outside of the camping areas at all times.
Visitors are required to comply with all camp rules at
all times.
CONDUCT: There will be absolutely no tobacco,
alcohol, or illegal drug use or possession tolerated at
any time. The pond is off limits except when
specifically permitted and supervised by a Powwow
staff member during specified games and activities.
All deer stands and feeders are also off limits. Please
make outpost visitors aware of these guidelines.
Leaders are expected to monitor the behavior and
location of their group at all times. The Head Security
Officer and FCF “Old Timers” will also be patrolling
the area to ensure safety and to enforce the nightly
curfew. There will be State Certified Peace Officers
available for any security situations that may arise.
No concealed or open carry is permitted at
Powwow. We reserve the right to ask any visitor,
participant or staff member to exit the premises for
any conduct we deem unacceptable. No refunds will
be issued.
DAY PASSES: We are once again offering a day pass
option this year for those who want to come out and
spend the day Friday or Saturday. Participants who
register for a day pass will still have their scores
counted in competitions, receive a patch, and enjoy 2
meals from the Grill. Adults who are not staying
overnight will not be required to pre-register to be
issued a day pass. Day passes for leaders, Discovery,
Adventure and Expedition Rangers are $25 for
chartered outposts and $30 for non-chartered
outposts. Day pass and visitor hours include:
FRIDAY - 10 AM until the evening service ends
SATURDAY - 9 AM til after the Crossover ceremony
RANGER KID ACTIVITIES: Ranger Kids and
their leaders will also find several activities
specifically designed for them on Saturday. Ranger
Kids are encouraged to attend Saturday and take part
in all the age-appropriate activities. Chartered
Ranger Kids will be admitted for a $15
registration fee ($18 for unchartered Ranger Kids)
which will include one (1) Powwow patch and
participation in the Ranger Kid activities and
services. Just like those purchasing a day pass,
Ranger Kids who register will receive 2 meals.
Hours for Ranger Kids are 9 AM until immediately
following the Saturday evening service.
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ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE: Please do not plan to
arrive at Powwow prior to 10:00 am on Friday. All
outposts should plan to leave the area no later than
2:00 pm on Sunday. All campsites will be inspected
and approved by a camp staff member (or appointee)
before your outpost will be able to leave the property.
We are stewards of the land that the Lord has allowed
us to utilize and want to treat it as such.
PATROL/OUTPOST INSIGNIA: Please bring
your groups’ patrol insignias to Powwow and carry
them to all group meetings. We will have patrol
insignia judging as an outpost competition. Judging
will occur during Sunday School by the Powwow
staff.
LEAVING DURING CAMP: Boys will not be allowed
to leave the Powwow site until the conclusion of
camp. In case of an emergency, please notify a
Powwow staff member. Those leaving must notify
security at the registration tent.
PROVISIONS: Each outpost should provide its own
water, shelter, and other necessary items or make
arrangements with another outpost/group to assist.
CAMPFIRES: Ground fires are allowed at outpost
campsites during Powwow. This is subject to the
county issuing a burn ban. If the county does issue a
burn ban, all ground fires will be prohibited and all
fires will need to be contained. The only exception
will be the evening council fires.
EXCAVATION, TREE CUTTING AND CLEAN UP:
Do not cut or damage any standing trees, bushes or
other vegetation. Please clean up your campsite
before leaving and please plan to carry waste back
with you at the conclusion of Powwow. We will have
a dumpster on site to use until it is full. As we are
guests, leave everything better than you found it!
WATER: Water will be NOT be provided at camp.
Encourage your boys to bring canteens or other
portable water containers during the activities.
RESTROOMS: Portable restrooms will be set up
strategically throughout the camp in high-traffic
areas. One restroom will be reserved for ladies
visiting the camp. Please respect this policy and
ensure that all facilities are kept clean and proper
behavior is exhibited near the restrooms.
DRESS: Boys and leaders are encouraged to wear their
outpost’s uniform (dress khaki, utility, special) at
morning assemblies. During meals and activities, T-
Shirts (Ranger shirts preferable) and jeans or long
pants are acceptable. Since weather in South Texas
is difficult to predict, prepare boys for warm, wet and
cool weather.
ASSEMBLY ATTENDANCE: Attendance at evening
Council Fire services is mandatory and will be
enforced. Because we are the boys’ examples, we
ask that leaders attend all the general events with their
boys. During evening services, there is no need to
keep a leader at the campsite as security will
be on patrol. The main purpose of Powwow is the
spiritual emphasis that takes place during the evening
services and throughout the event between the boys
and leaders. Making sure you and your boys are at
the evening service will ensure the Holy Spirit has the
opportunity to move in each life. What a privilege!
FIREARMS AND FIREWORKS: WE DO NOT
PERMIT INDIVIDUALS TO BRING FIREARMS
INCLUDING CONCEALED HANDGUNS,
AMMUNITION OR FIREWORKS OF ANY KIND
TO POWWOW FOR ANY REASON. Firearms for
shooting sports events will be provided by the district.
There are two exceptions to this rule:
1) The designated State Certified Police Officer who
is head of Powwow security.
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2) FCF Members displaying firearms at the FCF
Village and/or firearms to be used as part of an FCF
Outfit. Ammunition or black powder will not be
allowed at Powwow. All firearms used in pageants
shall be inspected by the Shooting Sports Coordinator
or a person designated by him.
TOOLS/ELECTRONICS: Only hand tools should
be used to prepare your campsite. Mowers and all
other power tools are prohibited for safety reasons.
No double-bit axes are allowed at Powwow.
Electronic devices will be allowed. We would ask
that leaders encourage their boys to use their phones
and other devices to share their Powwow experience
via social media such as Facebook, Twitter and
Instagram. More information will be given before
and during Powwow. We ask that leaders assist in
ensuring devices are not used for entertainment
purposes such as gaming/movie watching or during
inappropriate times such as altar services, Sunday
School, devotions or after “lights out”. Leaders
should be aware of boys who may use devices to
access potentially inappropriate content and limit
access as necessary.
VEHICLES: Vehicles and all trailers are not to be
left in the camping area for any reason. After
arriving, you have a maximum of two (2) hours to
remove all vehicles and trailers and park them
only in the designated parking area. Security will
enforce the time limits and parking locations. No
vehicles are to be driven during the camp (for safety
reasons). Exceptions include emergency and staff
vehicles. Any other exceptions must be approved
by the district director and all designated vehicles
must display a necessary staff placard on the dash.
CAMPSITES: All age groups will camp in one area
as an outpost. You are encouraged to continue to
camp by age groups (Discovery Rangers, Adventure
Rangers, and Expedition Rangers) within the Outpost
campsite and promote the patrol system as much as
possible. Adults are not to sleep in tents with minors.