All information for NOAC participants will be posted here.
Contingent Youth Lead
Rebecca Specht
Contingent Advisor
Mrs. Zoanne Bouché
Contingent Updates
July 2, 2022
- Continue checking the email you used for NOAERS for your class schedule. As soon as the schedules come out you can add/drop classes.
- There is not currently a Hold Harmless form for NOAC 2022. It will be shared as soon as it surfaces.
- update – 07/25/22 – There does not seem to be any activities that require a Hold Harmless form.
July 16, 2022
- You may now add and drop classes and activities from your schedule! Please reach out if you have any issues.
- Tshirts and patches are confirmed! If you ordered an additional t-shirt the cost is a little under $20. Finalized price will be posted soon.
- Turn in all paperwork & money for your classes to NOAC.
- Send med forms and swim certs to Mrs. Bouché (zkangas@gmail.com).
- Read the COVID Policy information. Please be prepared to show proof of a negative test. If you have trouble accessing a COVID test, reach out to Rebecca and Mrs. Bouché
- I know everyone is exhausted from all the COVID Policies, but please be respectful of your fellow Arrowmen and do not attend if you are sick. NOAC will provide a full refund -$100 to convert you to a virtual delegate.
July 17, 2022
- As we will be traveling in minivans, please pack all items in duffle bags, backpacks, and other such squishable bags. No suitcases, please.
- Make sure you have completed the following checklist:
- Turn-in med forms and swim check to Mrs. Bouche
- Ensure your NOAERS records are correct
- YPT training certificate in NOAERS for all scouts over 18 (must be from July 30th, 2020 or later)
July 21, 2022
- We will be arriving at NOAC around 4 pm. You must have documentation of a negative COVID test when you arrive for travel on Monday at 7:45 am. (PCR no more than 48-hrs before arrival at NOAC or Rapid/at-home no more than 24-hrs before arrival at NOAC)
- Please eat breakfast before joining us for travel departure or pack breakfast to eat in the van; we will not be stopping to get breakfast.
- Pack a lunch or bring money to buy food at lunchtime on the way to Knoxville.
- Bring two printed copies of your ABC Medical Forms: one for our adults to hold onto and the other will be given to the NOAC Medical Staff upon arrival.
- Bring a copy of your swim cert. as well if you are participating in water activities.
- Download the NOAC 2022 app which you should have received an email about. It will be the best way for you to view your schedule and the overall NOAC schedule.
- Again, please pack only in flexible duffle bags/backpacks. You do not need bedding or shower towels, but you will need a towel to participate in aquatic events.
July 24, 2022
- See the PDF packing list from NOAC for items you may not bring into the Thompson-Bowling Arena where the evening shows will be held.
NOAC Ignite Festival Booth
- We will be setting up a booth on Friday 07/29 to showcase the artwork of our lodge members. If you have created artwork, please bring a small selection of your favorite paintings, drawings, woodwork, beadwork, sculptures, photography, etc. Also, invite your other OA friends to drop-off their artwork. Rebecca will be at Camp Friedlander on Friday evening during family night. If that time will not work, give her a call or text.
- Set-up will be at 9-11 am then we will need two scouts at the booth from 11 am – 4:30 pm. This means each of us will have an approx. 2 hr slot. We will discuss this as a group and base slots on what activities we each want to do.
COVID Policies from National (see the section below ‘Forms’ for more information)
- Masks will be required for all delegates and staff while indoors during training, shows, and other activities and when social distancing is not available. Gaiters or scarves are not acceptable alternatives to masks.
- All delegates and staff members must complete a rapid at-home COVID-19 test 24 hours prior to arriving at the conference or a PCR test 48 hours prior to arriving. Each individual, whether staff or delegate, must take a picture of their completed home test or have documentation from their health care provider of a negative test result.
- All delegates and staff must monitor their health and symptoms through independent tracking and review of the BSA Pre-Event Medical Screening Check-List. If you or anyone has any symptoms but tests negative, STAY HOME.
Schedule
Travel
Meet at 7:45 am @ the Dan Beard Council Scout Shop on July 25th
10078 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45241
The lodge is providing transportation from the Dan Beard Scout Shop to the University of Tennessee campus for NOAC 2022.
Below you will find our suggested packing list, feel free to modify it as necessary.
You will be wearing the activity uniform/class B the majority of the week. The activity uniform includes a Scouting belt, gray (venturing) or olive green (troop) pants or shorts, gray (venturing) or olive green (troop) socks, and a Scouting t-shirt or polo. Due to $$$ concerns, it is absolutely acceptable to have a plain belt, non-BSA-brand cargo shorts, and non-BSA-brand socks – however, please make sure you have the correct colors and that the only visible logos are BSA. You may wear either a BSA cap or a cap with no logos.
Plan to wear a scouting-related shirt during all program times from morning to evening. You will receive this year’s NOAC shirt to wear on Monday and Friday, however, you can also wear your troop shirt, a BSA event shirt, an OA shirt, or any other scouting shirts you may have.
RECOMMENDATION: WRITE YOUR NAME ON ALL OF YOUR SHORTS AND SHIRTS FOR THE WEEK AND ANYTHING ELSE THAT MIGHT GET CONFUSED WITH SOMEONE ELSE’S THINGS.
What to bring
The university will be providing everyone with sheets, blankets, and shower towels. None of these items may leave the dorm. Bring a personal towel for aquatic activities.
- Medicine and inhalers/EpiPens etc.
- Breathable clothing for warm days and cool evenings
- PJs/clothes to sleep in
- Socks & underwear!!!
- Closed-toed walking shoes
- Hiking Daypack or School backpack (does not have to comply with the only BSA logos policy, but please make sure all logos are appropriate)
- Rain jacket
- Jacket
- Long pants (may be required for certain activities)
- Swim trunks or suit (please make sure your swimwear is appropriate for the activities you will be participating in)
- Towel for aquatic activities (towels are provided for showers but they may not be taken from the dorms)
- Hat or cap (BSA related or free of logos)
- Medical Form – BSA AHMR Parts A, B & C (collected by contingent advisor)
- Activity-specific waivers (will be notified via email)
- Camera
- Flashlight
- Mask / Face Covering
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Smartphone or tablet (to access conference app)
- Charging cables
- Field uniforms / Class A (required for all evening shows and for travel)
- Activity uniforms / Class B (for daily activities)
- Water bottle!!!! (Or camelback)
- Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, shaving needs)
- Shower shoes
- Laundry bag
- Swap Patches
- Money for trading post items or Knoxville Souvenirs
QUESTIONS:
Forms
Please email your forms to Mrs. Zoanne Bouché – zkangas@gmail.com
COVID Policies NOAC 2022
- Masks will be required for all delegates and staff while indoors during training, shows, and other activities and when social distancing is not available. Gaiters or scarves are not acceptable alternatives to masks.
- All delegates and staff members must complete a rapid at-home COVID-19 test 24 hours prior to arriving at the conference or a PCR test 48 hours prior to arriving. Each individual, whether staff or delegate, must take a picture of their completed home test or have documentation from their health care provider of a negative test result.
- All delegates and staff must monitor their health and symptoms through independent tracking and review of the BSA Pre-Event Medical Screening Check-List. If you or anyone has any symptoms but tests negative, STAY HOME.
More Information
For more information on everything you need to know about NOAC 2022, please reference the PDF & link below or contact Rebecca or Mrs. Bouché.
Click on the link below to be directed to the activities and course catalog for NOAC 2022