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Boys Spring Longhouse
April 13, 2018 - April 15, 2018
$30
UPDATE: Download the flyer to see campsite assignments and agenda.
Spring is upon us and it’s time for Spring Longhouse.
Statewide was a great time. I’ve been in this program for five years and have gone to many longhouse. They take a commitment of a weekend away from other things, kids sports, to do lists, work, etc. but on the drive home Sunday I reflect on the time with my son and it’s so worth it.
The final details of spring longhouse are underway. The campsite enjoys great shade from large oak trees, there are great trails and the beach, and we have a plan to enjoy it all.
Proposed schedule and activities.
| Day | Time | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | 5:00 pm | Arrive (campsites will be assigned. So please sign up before Friday as we will use Thursday nights roster to assign sites and keep tribes adjacent each other) |
| Friday | 8:30 pm | Movie night “Surfs Up” and s’mores |
| Saturday | 8:30 am | Chiefs meeting |
| Saturday | 9:00 am | Opening ceremony and selling of raffle tickets (this years raffle prizes will be on display at the opening ceremony) |
| Saturday | 9:45 am | Sandcastle competition at beach (1.5 hours) |
| Saturday | 11:15 am | Egg toss on beach |
| Saturday | 11:30 am | Jump in the ocean |
| Saturday | 12:00 pm | Lunch at camp- downtime. rest or explore trails- your call. |
| Saturday | 2:00 pm | Great Canoe Relay (back by popular demand). and Canoe rentals for those who want to explore after the canoe races. There is a large lake adjacent our camp area. |
| Saturday | 3:00 pm | Bike/ trail scavenger hunt, clues and riddles for kids and dads to find and solve. |
| Saturday | 4:30 pm | Critter race sponsored by big red at the Gazebo next to our camping area. |
| Saturday | 5:30 pm | Campsite inspection – Looking for American flag, tribe regalia with name, homemade regalia. |
| Saturday | 6:30 pm | Nation potluck feast. Meat and chicken by nation. Tribe brings side dish. Special thanks to Chief Two Tows ( Girls Nation Chief) for coming to our longhouse and cooking. |
| Saturday | 8:30 pm | Sacred fire and broken arrow ceremony. ( if you are breaking arrow please send me or Fed Chief an email ahead of time so we can be ready.) |
| Sunday | 8:30 am | Closing ceremony, awards, medals, ribbons and raffle. |
| Sunday | 9:30 am | Break down and pack war trailer. |
Chief Peterbilt and Crockwater
Date: April 13-15, 2018
Location: Hanna Park, 500 Wonderwood Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32233
Cost: $30 per person (CircleBridge)