Operation Icicle Frozen Reporter
Issue 1, 1999
Edited by Paul Sullivan & Chris Cvengros
BUS RIDE INTO THE UNKNOWN
by Nick Rusin; Communications MB
Although temperatures are low, spirits were high early on the morning of the
twenty-sixth. When all the Scouts found or finished fighting for a seat on the
bus and van, we were on our way. Several bags managed to leap onto the heads
of unsuspecting Scouts. However, nothing and I mean nothing could keep certain
Scouts from singing Scout songs on the bus. Other Scouts played cards, read
books or caught up on missing hours of sleep. Although it may not have been
the most interesting part of the week we, could not have a week at CFL without
it.
PROGRAM PARTY
by Brendan Shanley - Journalism MB
The program that was done was the theme of Star Wars. Johann was the leader
and Will was the assistant who was killed. Then to catch Darth Maul we needed
a pod racer but to get a pod racer we had to get money from different games
we played. The challenging part was going through the ropes without touching
the ropes. Then we had to take a toboggan and go down an obstacle hill. It was
fun. Patrol four collected $4900 to get a pod.
THE LAST GREAT ADVENTURE BEGINS
by Brendan Shanley Journalism MB
This year at OI there are fifty Scouts, the greatest number of Scouts ever to
attend OI in history. There are twenty-five full time staffers this year and
a few others visiting for only a short time. Also this is the shortest Operation
Icicle in history. In years past OI ran through the New Year. However, this
year the campers will be leaving on New Year's Eve. The campers met at the Norris
Scout center in St. Charles at 7:00 A.M. They were soon on their way. Upon finishing
the loading of the bus and van, the Scouts crammed into the fully loaded bus
and left at 7:30. The bus ride was fairly enjoyable since the Scouts were singing,
a sleep, or playing cards. Following the patrol assignments and lunch the campers
set up in their bunks. The afternoon was full of introductions and briefings,
which included a club atmosphere and appearances by the time fairy, the guys
from the night at the Roxbury movie, the disco boys from the mystery men, and
many others. The evening was full of program and left the campers wondering
about what was to come the next day. Everyone slept well.
MYSTERY STAFF
by Tom Lynch; Communications MB
Just this morning the evil Dr. Casanova Franken-stein was put on trial. After
the long debate of wits and one-liners the honorable Judge Ben Decided, found
Casanova Frankenstein guilty as charged. But just before Casanova was to be
hauled off to jail, the Disco Boyz rushed in and took over. On that note Dr
Frankenstein fled the scene. Just as he left the, corporate sponsored Captain
Amazing appeared. Unable to capture them, Captain Amazing called on the help
of his young companion, the Shoveler. The two super heroes set off into the
cold in search of the evil Dr. They finally arrived at the secret hideout of
Casanova Frankenstein and fell right in to his trap. The Shovler went for help
while Captain Amazing was taken over by the Disco Boyz. They quickly strapped
the captain into the Chair of Death. It looked like it was as bad as it could
get for the poor captain, but things got worse. Mr. Furious, the Blue Rashia,
and the Shoveler burst in. While Mr. Furious and the Sholver were busy fighting,
the Blue Rashia attempted to free the captain. He threw the wrong switch and
let's just say the Captain had seen better days. Well, in the end Dr Casanova
is still on the loose, and the Super Heroes are looking for help. So if you
are a Superhero or know one please come talk to Johann at CFL.
PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW
by Joe Young; Communications MB
At dinner on our first day of camp we were visited by Billy Joel, Brian Boytano,
a janitor, Captain Scott, Grandma, and Bonny Ray. All of them preformed a little
skit, which told us what jobs our patrols had for that day. Billy Joel gave
the job of Wood-chucker, so that the fire would be burning all day. The Janitor
and Bonnie Ray told us about the Doo-Doo-chuckers, so that the camp will stay
clean. Captain Scott handed out the job of the Plunge-chuckers, so that the
bathrooms would be kept clean. Also Brian Boytano, Grandma, and Will let us
know about the jobs of food-chuckers, up-chuckers, and the kudu-chuckers. Now
that all of the patrols have been given jobs, we can all keep the camp clean.
Mikes Weather Forecast
by Mike Utter; Communications MB
Sunday; Noon; Cold Evening; Warmer than noon; snow flurries accumulate to 1/4th
of an inch; dark
Monday; Morning; Dark, very cold and windy Noon; Cold and windy Evening; Dark
Top 10 Predictions
by Matt Mitchell; Communications MB
10. White washing of Asst. Program Director Pat Huslig
9. Ben Johnson's ice-skating class cuts hole in ice.
8. The fish finder gets nose bitten off by fish
7. Wilderness Survival Students trapped in man-made shelter
6.Clock Returns to normal time before OI ends.
5. Personal Management students refuse to return to camp after bank tour.
4. Cross Country Skiers get lost.
3. Pat Huslig becomes fish finder
2. Y2K comes before return of OI participants
1. White washing of Program Director John Medcraft
Soup's On!!!
by Steve Wegner & Mike Harvey; Communications MB
The first meal we ate once we arrived at camp was lunch. The cooks filled us
with turkey, ham, or baloney sandwiches. Later that night we had spaghetti with
a tomato sauce filled with meat meatballs that fell apart. The next morning
we had freshly cooked pancakes and sausage. Later in the day we had somewhat
burnt grilled cheese sandwiches with chicken noodle soup. That has been our
menu so far.
Meet the Camp
by Zach Knoch; Journalism Merit Badge
Camper Steve Listwan, better known as Beast, has been to OI for four years.
He is from Troop 403 out of Addison, Illinois. His rank is life, but he has
just finished the paper work for eagle. He said that this year was going great;
exactly how he expected. His thoughts on what's to come for this week were that
it would be like eight weeks of summer camp packed into one week of excitement.
Camper Brad Seigfreid, from Troop 20 out of Hanover Park, is spending his first
year at OI. His rank is star, but he is soon to be life after earning more eagle
required badges at OI. He says; "the staff are doing a good job so far to make
this year's camp enjoyable. The atmosphere at this camp is great."
The only man to be present at every Operation Icicle ever is Dr. John M. Schroeder.
He is better known, as Doc. John. As a young Scout he was involved in Troop
10 out of Racine Wisconsin. He has been a Scout for 65 years. When asked what
he likes about Scouting he answered that he likes the people, the cooperation
and the good staff. He feels that the OI participants seem to be very eager
and willing to do what is asked of them.
Tips from the Commodore
Bare moist hands stick to cold metal. If you touch such metal, heat the area
by urinating on the metal. If you touch the metal with both hands, find a friend.