1.0 OverviewEvery year, ValleyNet, a local nonprofit Internet Service Provider sponsors a computer swap meet during which people can buy and sell used computers. The purpose of the ValleyNet Swap Meet is to get good used computers and computer equipment out of basements and into the hands of people who can use it to connect to the Internet. This year ValleyNet will also be accepting outdated and broken computers and printers for safe recycling.Scouts are needed to help with setup and cleanup before and after the swap meet, and with loading and unloading of computers as they are bought, sold or recycled. 2.0 Concept2.1 DescriptionWe will meet at the Montshire Museum (ValleyNet offices are there) as 9:00 AM on Saturday, and accept whatever assignments ValleyNet may have for us. In the past we have directed traffic, helped customers load equipment, and helped load scrap comupters into the recyling trailer. The swap meet ends at noon, and we are usually finished helping with the cleanup by 12:30.2.2 Schedule of EventsSat 24Sep050900 -- Meet at Montshire Museum 1230 -- Finish. 2.3 Expected Conditions and DifficultySome lifting and hauling of computers and monitors will be required.2.4 Special RequirementsThis outing is open to all scouts, scouters, and parents.There are no skills prerequisites for this outing. 3.0 Administration and Logistics3.1 Critical DatesAnnouncement Date: 14Sep05Roster Closing Date: 24Sep05 3.2 CostsNone.3.3 Equipment3.3.1 Individual Equipment3.3.2 Patrol EquipmentNone 3.3.3 Troop EquipmentNone3.4 Transportation PlanDrop-off Point: Montshire Museum.Drop-off Time: 0900 Sat 24 Sep 05 Pick-up Point: Montshire Museum Pick-up Time: 1230 Same Day
4.0 Leadership4.1 Planning CommitteePLC4.2 Adult LeadersApproved YJB 21Sep05 |