Tribe of Quivira

“Old Warrior” Program

In addition to the many activity areas, elective Scouting programs and adventure opportunities offered at Quivira Scout Ranch (QSR). Scouts and adult leaders may participate in the Tribe of Quivira (Old Warriors) program. Scouts receive a program orientation during their camp week in preparation for special tribal ceremonial activities.

The Tribe of Quivira provides continuity by encouraging year to year participation in a Quivira Council Scout camp. The program offers symbolic advancement through the Tribe until the designation of Tribal Elder is attained at the conclusion of the individual’s fifth year of summer camp at QSR and his or her sincere effort in completing the following requirements:

Trackers (1st Year Campers) – To Protect the camp by keeping it clean and free of litter.
Starting on Wednesday, first-year participants will “Protect the camp” by keeping it free from litter. Trash bags will be provided on Wednesday and Thursday to be used to pick up trash along the trails and program areas. When a bag has been filled it is to be returned to the Tribe area so the campers name can be recorded.

Hunters (2nd Year Campers) – To Preserve the camp by practicing good conservation and maintaining the camp.
During the camp week, but before Friday morning, Hunters will “Preserve the camp”, by completing a service project. There are scheduled blocks during the week for completing service projects. Campers are to meet at the Tepee to receive directions for completion of their service project and have their names recorded. In addition to completing their service project each Hunter will collect and tie two bundles of wood and bring them to the Tepee. Each Hunter will find a log approximately 2” to 3” in diameter and 18” long and will carve their Initials and Troop number into the log and bring it to the Tepee for further direction.

Braves (3rd Year Campers) – To Test yourself by carrying a rock burden, symbolic of life’s challenges.
Braves advance in the Tribe by finding, carving initials into, and carrying a rock of specific dimensions during their third year of camp. The purpose of this symbolic burden is to remind Scouts that they will have to make hard decisions and handle increasing responsibilities which they will carry with them throughout life.

Warrior (4th Year Camper) – To Dedicate yourself to the support of the Tribe of Quivira.
During the week, the Warriors must assist in Tribal activities. On Friday they are asked to assist in one of the first, second or third year ceremonies. Forth year and above campers are responsible for building and tending to the fire for Friday night’s closing campfire.

Old Warriors (Fifth year Camper) – To Give Leadership to the Tribe by guiding the growth of younger Tribesmen.

Old Warriors are encouraged to help with the tribal program throughout their camp week. They also are encouraged to sit on the review committee for all new Indian Names that are given that week.