Troop 1 Mendon

Centennial Camporee

Scouting Emergency Action Plan (EAP)

Simple, clear, and Scout-principled guidance for emergencies at Inman Hill. Rain or shine, the event is on.

Open Maps & Shelter Location

Immediate Alert Procedure

  • All emergency notifications go out by site-wide speaker and text message to registered leaders/contacts.
  • When alerted, unit leaders start buddy checks and immediate headcount.
  • Follow directions quickly and calmly; use the buddy system at all times.

Severe Weather Shelter

For tornado, hurricane conditions, or other severe weather warnings, all Scouts and leaders gather in the Admin Building immediately.

  • Move as a unit with leaders and buddy pairs.
  • Bring accountability roster and basic rain gear if safe to do so.
  • Remain sheltered until an official all-clear is announced by event leadership.

Medical & Safety Coverage

  • Nursing staff on site throughout the event
  • First aid station at event headquarters
  • Police and fire department support on site
  • 24-hour administrative support at headquarters

For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 first, then notify event headquarters.

Scout-Principled Response

In emergencies, we act in the spirit of the Scout Law: calm, helpful, and obedient to safety instructions.

  • Help younger Scouts and visitors move safely.
  • Use clear communication and avoid rumors.
  • Stay with your unit unless directed by event staff.

Operating Conditions & Rules

Rain or Shine

Program continues in normal rain conditions. Activities may be paused, moved, or adjusted when severe weather risk is present.

Fire Safety Rule

Campfires and open flames are only allowed in portable fire pits. No ground fires. Exceptions require advance approval from the 1926 Committee.

All fires are subject to approval that weekend by the Mendon Fire Department Chief. In overly dry conditions we may need to run a fireless weekend — the event will go on either way. We're asking Akela and Baloo to deliver us good weather for the weekend.

Emergency Contact

911 address: 98 Inman Hill Road, Mendon, MA 01756

GPS: 42.1270° N, 71.5460° W

Email: info@mendoncentennialcamporee.org

During the event, report urgent incidents to event HQ/Admin Building staff immediately.