National Capital Area Council - 2025 Fairfax Area Spring Ordeal


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2025 Fairfax Area Spring Ordeal

Event Details

Fairfax Area Ordeal

Where: Camp Big Mac - 12647 Moss Hollow Rd, Markham, VA 22643

Check-in time for Ordeal candidates: Friday, May 2 at 6:00 PM

Check out time for Ordeal candidates: Sunday, May 4 at 10:00 AM 

Registration Details:

All registrations must be completed online no later than April 30 by 11:59 PM

You will need to provide your BSA Membership ID (the 9-digit number on your registration card--also available from your unit), as well as information about medical issues and dietary restrictions, including allergies.

Cost:

Ordeal Candidate $70 (includes food for the weekend, as well as the Order of the Arrow Sash, Handbook, Lodge Pocket Flap Patch, and annual dues)

Lodge Members (Full Weekend) $37

Lodge Members (Saturday Only) $30

Fest Only $25

Elangomat $35

What to bring:

-BSA Annual Health and Medical Record (Parts A and B), as well as a copy of their health insurance card.

-Lodge Code of Conduct form. (See "Attachments" to the right)

All attendees should eat dinner on Friday before arriving--there will be no dinner served on Friday.

All attendees should arrive in uniform.

Please take note of the weather forecast and bring appropriate clothing. Layers are always a good idea.

As always, Be Prepared.

Ordeal Candidates should pack their gear in two bags:

Day Pack or Small Duffle:

  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Waterproof groundsheet
  • Rain jacket
  • Flashlight
  • Water bottle
  • Insect repellent
  • Wear sturdy boots as you may hike some distance on Friday night

Second Gear Bag:

  • Tent (Candidates and Members may share tents consistent with Youth Protection and Barriers to Abuse)
  • Work clothes, including work gloves. (To avoid poison ivy, consider long-sleeve shirts and long pants)
  • Change of clothes
  • Rain gear
  • Towel/grooming supplies
  • Sunscreen
  • Jacket/Fleece

Questions? Contact: Vincent Kiernan Area Adviser - fairfaxarea@wipit470.org - 703-507-0234

When & Where
Fairfax Area Ordeal
Camp Big Mac
Friday 05-02-2025 6:00 PM ET to
Sunday 05-04-2025 8:00 AM ET Past
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