Scout Weekend – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Registration forms are available on the Flying Circus Website (http://www.flyingcircusairshow.com/scouts/scout-wknd-reg.doc), the registration form should be mailed to scouts@flyingcircusairshow.com.

3. What is the registration deadline for the Scout Weekend?

All registration forms must be received by midnight Friday, September 16, 2011.

4. What is the registration cost for the Scout Weekend?

The cost for attending the Scout Weekend is $5 per scout. There is no charge for Adult Leaders.

5. What do I get for my registration fee?

The registration fee helps to cover the cost for the merit badge materials, and a patch for each registered scout.

6. How/When should we pay the registration fee?

The registration fees will be collected at check-in, payment can be either cash, or check (made out the “Flying Circus Foundation”).

7. How do we sign-up for the various merit badges?

Sign-up sheets will be available at check-in.

8. Where do we setup camp?

Campsites will be assigned at check-in, please do not set up camp in any area other than the site assigned to your Troop. “Squatters” will be required to pack-up and move to another location.

9. When should we arrive?

Please NO ARRIVALS BEFORE 6:30 pm! However, If you do arrive early, please move all of your vehicles to the parking lot near the pavilion and wait until the staff arrives and you are assigned a camp site.

10. Does the registration fee include the Sunday Airshow?

No, it is not included. This is due to the fact that many Troops need to leave before the 2:30 Airshow time in order to return home before too late in the day. So, the cost for attending the airshow is an additional charge. An FCA staff member will be around on Sunday morning to collect the airshow fees from the Troops that wish to remain for the Airshow

11. What is the cost if we stay for the Airshow on Sunday?

Units and individuals that wish to remain for the Sunday Airshow are invited to do so. The scout rates are listed below:

Ø Daisy/Brownie/Girl Scouts (3-12 yrs.) --- $2.00

Ø Cub/Webelos/Boy Scouts (3-12 yrs. ) --- $2.00

Ø Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts/Adult Leaders --- $5.00

12. Can we take an airplane ride? How much will it cost?

BSA requires that each Troop complete and submit a "Flying Permit Application" to Council (NCAC). Along with the Flying Permit, the Troop must submit a "Activity Consent Form" for each scout that will take a flight, this form must be signed by both parents. These forms are available on the Scout Weekend section of the Flying Circus web site:(http://www.flyingcircusairshow.com/scoutweekend.html)

Aircraft rides will be available on both Saturday and Sunday. Check current ride costs at: http://www.flyingcircusairshow.com/rides.html

13. What are the pre-requisites for the Merit Badges being offered?

In order to complete the merit badges the scout must have the following requirements completed prior to the Scout Weekend.

*** NOTE: Not all MB’s listed below will be offered each year (depends on the availability of MB counselors)

*** NOTE: Please check the scout weekend schedule for a list of the MB’s planned for this year

Aviation

None (All requirements will be covered during the Merit Badge sessions)

Astronomy

4a. Make two sketches of the Big Dipper. In one sketch, show the Big Dipper's orientation in the early evening sky. In another sketch, show its position several hours later. In both sketches, show the North Star and the horizon. Record the date and time each sketch was made.

6. At approximately weekly intervals, sketch the position of Venus, Mars or Jupiter in relation to the stars. Do this for at least four weeks and at the same time of night. On your sketch, record the date and time next to the planet's position. Use your sketch to explain how planets move.

Space Exploration

3. Build a model Rocket as described for requirement #3, bring this rocket and two engines with you to launch and recover. Use only "A" or "B" engines for your rocket.

5b. Using magazine photographs, news clippings, and electronic articles (such as from the Internet), make a scrapbook about a current planetary mission.

7. Design an inhabited base on the Moon or Mars. Make drawings or a model of your base. In your design, consider and plan for the following:

a. Source of energy

b. How it will be constructed

c. Life-support system

d. Purpose and function.

8. Discuss with your counselor two possible careers in space exploration that interest you. Find out the qualifications, education, and preparation required and discuss the major responsibilities of those positions.

Traffic Safety

1a. Make a scrapbook containing 10 newspaper articles about serious traffic crashes. Prepare a summary table of facts in the articles indicating the number of people injured, the number killed, type of crash (single vehicle, head-on collision, etc.) , time of occurrence, age of the driver, whether alcohol or drugs were involved, use of safety belts, and other factors that were reported to have contributed to the crash (weather conditions, fatigue, construction, etc.). Discuss how these crashes could have been prevented.

First Aid

1. Satisfy your counselor that you have current knowledge of all first-aid requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks.

3c. Demonstrate proper technique in performing CPR using a training device approved by your counselor.

14. Why don’t you offer more Merit Badges?

While we would like to offer additional MB’s, the Flying Circus does not have a staff of MB counselors (other than for Aviation). So, in order to offer additional MB’s we have to recruit volunteers to come in and present/teach the merit badges. As you might expect, it is difficult to get volunteers to commit their time, this is why I ask each unit to provide assistance if they can.

15. Are trailers/vehicles allowed in the campsite?

Only one vehicle is permitted in the camp site at a time. This is for the purpose of loading/unloading only. All vehicles are to be moved from the campsite after loading/unloading. Troop trailers are permitted in the campsite, but must be disconnected from the tow vehicle. No vehicles are allowed to remain in the campsite. EXCEPTION: If you have a “Special Needs” individual that requires a vehicle please let us know at check-in.

16. How may Scouts are able camp at the Flying Circus?

We have accommodated groups of 600 scouts without getting crowded.

17. Is Potable water available?

Yes, there are several water spigots: Near the ticket booth, behind the Snack Bar, the Curtis Hanger, and the Restrooms. We do ask that your unit

bring an initial supply of water, and then re-supply from the spigot as needed

18. Are restrooms or showers available?

YES we now have restrooms !, but no showers yet. We are looking into adding shower facilities in the future.

19. Is cooking permitted in the campsite?

Yes, please ensure that all food is disposed of properly. Please do not dig “grease pits” for disposal. Troops are expected to pack out all their trash!

20. Are campfires permitted?

Camp fires are permitted, but they must be supervised by an adult or a Scout with the "Fire'em" Chit (or Girl Scout equivalent). Please use established fire rings, or bring your own above-ground fire pit. DO NOT DIG FIRE PITS ! Remember: “Leave No Trace”.

21. Must I attend each of the periods to earn the Merit Badge?

Most of the MB's will require attendance at all sessions, the one exception is Astronomy (only one of the three sessions plus the night observations is required). So it is possible to earn 2 MB's - as long as one of them is Astronomy! There will be a “make-up” session available Saturday evening or Sunday Morning for those who miss part of an Aviation MB session to take a plane ride. MB “partials” will be given for those who do not complete all require sessions (or make-up sessions).