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EVENT SCHEDULE

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​​Friday, March 7, 2025

4:00 PM – Check-In opens

 

Saturday, March 8, 2025

Group Camp Area

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Morning Check-In (continues)

Children's Activities

Club Merchandise for sale

Gear Closet Exhibit​

​​​​​​ L.A.R.E. Booth with Jason Puma

 

 

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Art of Dutch Cooking

Presented by Vance Perkins

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Learn the art of Dutch Oven cooking through demonstrations.

Food samples ready by noon

 

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Bird Hike

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Louisiana State Arboretum

Join the naturalist for a birdwatching intro and hike. Binoculars provided.

 

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Illustrated Journaling for Hikers Workshop

Instructor: Carroll Mathews

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This low-tech, hands-on workshop will acquaint you with options for enriching your outdoor experiences with writing, collaging, drawing, and painting. You need not be an accomplished writer or artist to record the myriad multi-sensory impressions that surround you on the trail! Journal keeping not only promotes quiet reflection and time to observe the sights, sounds, textures, smells, and tastes (if you are so inclined) of the natural environment, but also serves as an excellent companion to photos you might take along your path…a memory jogger!

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This workshop will essentially be a repeat of the 2024 Campfest Workshop. Some materials will be provided, but participants should bring their own supplies so that they might work with familiar materials. List of Supplies to be posted later before event.

Preregistration Required (Limited spots available, more details to follow)

 

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Map and Compass Workshop

Instructor: Dale Mathews

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This Workshop includes how to read and get a bearing from maps in order to plan your hiking routes. Then, combining your Map exercises with learning how to use a compass on the trail. Includes application exercises outdoors. Participant should bring their own Compass.

 

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12:00 - 1:00 PM
Lunch Break

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1:00 PM
OutLAWs (Outdoor LA Adventure Women)

​Women Overcoming Outdoor Obstacles

 

Members of OutLAW will discuss outdoor obstacles and how to overcome them. 

Some of the topics will be first steps of adventure, nuisance insects, female-specific needs, adventure with children, and many other topics. We encourage audience participation throughout the presentation and look forward to making new friends.

 

1:00 PM
How to Pack a Backpack

Presented by The Backpacker Outfitters

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Packing your backpack efficiently is key to a successful and enjoyable outdoor adventure. In this informative session, we'll cover the essential techniques and tips for organizing your gear and packing your pack in a way that maximizes comfort, safety, and accessibility on the trail. (Confirm time with Backpacker)

 

2:00 PM
Afternoon Hike

 

2:00PM Knot Tying Class

Presented by Cameron Russell 

This workshop will include instruction on various practical camping knots 

 

2:00PM Dutch Oven Demo #2

Presented by Ray Castleberry 

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This demo will cover making Bread Pudding in a Dutch Oven and will include samples at the end (20 minute dish)  

 

3:00 PM Boondocking/ Car Camping 

Presented by Brianna Castleberry 

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This presentation will cover topics relating to boondocking, such as how to find free places to park, how to be self contained, and what to pack.

 

3:00 PM Topic TBA

Presented by Katherine Gividen 

 

4:00PM Hammock Camping Demonstration

Barry Garabaldi with Cajun Outdoors will lead 

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In this demo, Barry will cover different hammock types, quilts,

rain protection, stands, & all things hammock camping.

 

4:00 PM Special Presentation

Billy Finney, National Park Service

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In this presentation, Billy may discuss herpetile research or any other topics of his choice.

 

5:00PM Trip Report 

Presented by Brianna Castleberry 

Alabama Triple Crown Challenge 

 

6:30 PM

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Potluck Dinner 

Club Raffle Giveaway

 

8:00 PM Campfire & Moth Sheet Viewing

 

8:00PM Night Hike

Led by Tom 

 

Sunday, March 9, 2025

 

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Pancake Breakfast (provided by the club)

 

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Canoeing on the Lake

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Meet at the South Landing by 8:45 AM.

Canoes available (RSVP required), or feel free to bring your own watercraft.

 

Cleanup and Departure: All campers must clean up and depart by 1:00 PM.