Huck Finn Raft Race

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Join us for an unforgettable rafting adventure on the scenic English Bayou!

Join us for an unforgettable adventure on the scenic English Bayou! Hosted by Camp Edgewood’s Youth-Led Venturing Crew, Cub Scout Packs, Troops, Crews, Ships, prospective members, and guests are all welcome to take part in a fun-filled day of creativity, teamwork, and friendly competition. Build your own 4–6-person human-powered raft—decorate it, show off your craftsmanship, and then race it along 1.5 miles of beautiful waterway. Adults are encouraged to help with construction to ensure safety and success. Awards will be given for fastest raft, best decoration, and best overall build.

For everyone’s safety, all units must follow Safety Afloat guidelines, including wearing life jackets, meeting required adult-to-youth ratios, and having swim tests and training records available at check-in. Units not meeting these requirements will not be able to participate.

Registration is just $10 per raft (non-refundable). When registering, simply provide your raft’s name, the unit leader in charge, and a short description of your creation. Final crew lists will be confirmed at check-in.

Check-in begins at the North Lake Charles Walmart before we head to the boat launch. We can’t wait to see your creativity, teamwork, and Scout spirit on the water!

Helpful Resources for Building Your Raft

Safety Afloat Guidelines
Stay compliant and safe throughout the event:
https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safety-moments/safety-afloat/

Pioneering Project Ideas (see Large Patrol Raft)
Great reference for structure, lashing, and build inspiration:
https://troopleader.scouting.org/rank-advancement-skills/pioneering/project-ideas/

Raft Design Ideas (not limited to these)
Sample designs, diagrams, and engineering tips to spark creativity:
https://sfni.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/05S-Raft-Building-Resource.pdf