2011 Summer Extravaganza
It’s that time of year again! UVSA Midwest is proud to announce that the 2011 Summer Extravaganza will be this August 5-7, 2010 at Chain O’Lakes State Park in Spring Grove, Illinois.
Start looking for your sleeping bags and tents because this year will be bigger and better than ever! Get ready for fun, food, friends, and some friendly competition!
2011 Summer Extravaganza
WHO?
Hosted by the Union of Vietnamese Student Associations of the Midwest
There will be participants from all over the Midwest including Illinois, Wisconsin, Ohio, Minnesota, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky!
WHAT?
A weekend camping trip filled with fun, friends, food, and some friendly competition!
WHERE?
Chain O’Lakes State Park
8916 Wilmot Road
Spring Grove, IL 60081
Official website
GPS Info: (Latitude, Longitude): 42.45111, -88.17556
Chicago – North on I-94 to Rt. 173 exit; west Rt. 173 15 miles to Wilmot Rd; south 1 ½ miles to entrance; park entrance on east side.
Rt. 12 from West Suburbs – West on Rt. 12 thru town of Fox Lake to Wilmot Rd.; North Wilmot Rd. 2 miles to entrance; park entrance on east side.
Wisconsin – South I-94 to Rt. 41; Rt. 41 south to Rt. 173; west Rt. 173 to Wilmot Rd.; south 1 ½ miles to entrance; park entrance on east side.
WHY?
- FUN!
- Great opportunity to network with other VSAs
- Enjoy some great activities
- Bond with one another
- Participate in some friendly competition
- Strengthen your VSA
- Meet new friends!
- S’MORES
- Show off your athletic abilities (trophies up for grabs!)
- Relax and get away before school starts
- Be one with nature!
- Show off your cooking skills
- Make memories for a lifetime!
There will be a ton of activities as well as down time to relax, hang out, and talk. Some activities include:
- Football tournament
- Volleyball tournament
- Scavenger hunt
- Cooking contest
- Other activities available: horseback riding, fishing, boating, hiking, canoeing, archery, bird watching, and more!
HOW?
http://uvsamidwest.org/camping
Early Registration: $25 on or before Monday, July 25, 2011
Late Registration: $35 after Monday, July 25, 2011
Registration includes:
- Food (lunch & dinner on Friday, breakfast, lunch, & dinner on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday + snacks)
- T-shirt
- Campsite fees
- Sports tournaments trophies
Register at http://uvsamidwest.org/camping
Tentative Schedule:
Friday
12pm – Check in/Campsite Set-up
4pm – Welcome Activity
5pm – Football Tournament
7pm – Ice Breaker
7:30pm – Dinner/Free Time
Saturday
8:30am – Breakfast
10am – Volleyball Tournament
12pm – Obstacle Course
2pm – Football Championship
3pm – Volleyball Championship
5pm- Cooking Contest Overview
6pm – Cooking Contest
8pm – Free Time/Campfire
Sunday
9am – Breakfast
11am – Closing Activities
“BIG FIVE” CAMP RULES:
1. BE RESPECTFUL of yourself, the campgrounds, and other people.
2. NO weapons and/or illegal drugs.
3. PARTICIPATE in the camp activities.
4. CARRY a positive attitude.
5. Most importantly: HAVE FUN!
IMPORTANT: Must be 18 & older to attend! Alcohol is prohibited at UVSA Midwest Summer Extravaganza 2011. Any alcohol found will be immediately confiscated by UVSA Midwest staff. Public intoxication will result in an automatic dismissal from the event. Any suspected violations of this policy will be investigated by a UVSA Midwest staff member. VIOLATORS MAY RECEIVE SANCTIONS UP TO AND INCLUDING A $100 FINE AND SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION FROM THE CAMP AND ALL FUTURE UVSA MIDWEST EVENTS.
UVSA Midwest Staff
staff@uvsamidwest.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring?
- tents (check with your group)
- sleeping bag/air mattress
- blankets/pillow
- gym shoes
- toiletries
- enough clothes for the weekend (tends to be hot during the day, cold at night)
- sunglasses/hat
- sunblock
- bug spray
- flash light/lantern
- swimming suit (if you want to go swimming or tanning)
Will I be able to shower?
Yes, there are shower facilities and restrooms within the state park, but at a fair distance from our campsite. Refer to the map for more information. We will be located at the Youth Group Camping Area, at the bottom of the map.
I’m not good at sports; do I still have to play?
The volleyball and football tournaments are just for some friendly competition. It doesn’t matter what your skill level is; what’s important is you participate. Try your best, and have fun!
When does the camping trip actually start? Can I come whenever I want?
The camping trip starts promptly at 12:00pm on Friday. This is to ensure that we have enough time for all of the activities, for everyone to have a chance to get to know each other, and to make sure you get your money’s worth. No, it is important to arrive on time as we have set times for specific events and without your presence, the camp will not be the same! If you have any extenuating circumstances and definitely cannot arrive on time, please contact the staff.
Will there be electrical outlets available?
As we wanted you to have as much of a true camping trip as possible, we will be at a primitive campsite, which means minimum modern amenities. Although outlets can be found at a distance, it is not suggested to rely on this. In the past, most cell phones had very low or no signal so there wasn’t a great need for outlets. However, if you feel you need an electrical outlet for whatever reason, it is suggested you bring a charger with a car outlet.
What kind of food will there be?
There will be breakfast Saturday and Sunday, lunch Friday and Saturday, and dinner on Friday and Saturday. Breakfast will most likely consist of eggs, sausage, bread, breakfast bars, apples, bananas, orange juice, water, etc. Lunch will most likely consist of hot dogs, pizza, chips, bbq chicken, salad, french bread, pop, water, etc. Dinner will most likely consist of grilled pork chop, steamed rice, grilled shrimp, veggies, beef, chicken, etc. + cooking contest. There will also be snacks to munch on!
I want to go, but I don’t know anyone else who is going. What should I do?
You should definitely go because the whole point is the meet new people and have fun! If you are worried about transportation or uncomfortable in general, please contact the staff and we can help you out.
I’m on a pretty tight budget; is this gonna be worth my money?
Of course this camping trip will be worth your money! Not only do you get 6 meals during the weekend, but you also a get a t-shirt! Also, you’ll be helping out with the campsite and activities fees. This experience will be one of the most memorable times of your life. You’ll get to meet some amazing new people and also spend more time with your friends. There will be so much stuff to do that the weekend will fly by!
What do I wear?
Typically, it’s hot during the day and pretty cold after the sun goes down. It is suggested to wear shorts and a t-shirt/tank top during the day and wear sweatpants and a hoodie at night. Remember that you will be participating in physical activities, so don’t forget to bring your tennis shoes and whatever else you might need. Also, there are showers, so be sure to bring enough change of clothes for the weekend.
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