Konza District Fall Camporee

Thanksgiving Cooking Challenge

Get ready for a weekend of outdoor adventure, teamwork, and great food at the Konza District Fall Camporee. This years theme centers on fall cooking challenges that give Scouts an opportunity to practice their outdoor cooking skills, express their creativity, and work together as patrols and troops.

Patrol Outdoor Cooking Challenge

Throughout the weekend, patrols and troops will plan, prepare, and present dishes using outdoor cooking methods. Friendly cooking contests will feature categories such as:

• Pies and other desserts
• Fall comfort foods
• Seasonal favorites
• Creative outdoor cooking techniques

Saturdays Thanksgiving Fellowship Meal

The highlight of the weekend will be a districtwide Thanksgiving fellowship meal in the dining hall. Camp staff will prepare turkey and ham, while participating troops contribute dishes created during the cooking challenge.

Scouts and leaders from across the district will come together for a memorable celebration of Scouting, food, friendship, and fellowship.

Why Attend?

• Practice and showcase outdoor cooking skills
• Strengthen patrol and troop teamwork
• Enjoy friendly competition with other units
• Develop planning, preparation, and presentation skills
• Share a Thanksgiving-style meal with Scouts from across the district

Event Details

• Check-in: Friday, November 13, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m.
• Conclusion: Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
• Location: Brown Memorial Camp
• Registration opens: September 1, 2026

Additional informationincluding the event schedule, cooking categories, equipment guidance, and packing listswill be shared as the event approaches.

Registration

Registration opens September 1, 2026. Units are encouraged to begin planning their patrols, menus, cooking equipment, and weekend participation now.

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