DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO GO OVER THE EDGE?
EVENT DATE: August 6th, 2021
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How do I participate?
As an Individual:
- SIGN UP NOW to become an Edger
- Easily set up your personal fundraising page.
- Reach the $1000 fundraising minimum!
- Experience the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rappel down The Cornhusker Hotel
Toss your Boss:
Does your boss send you over the edge?
- Sign Up Now to create your team
- Create a team and when your organization raises at least $1,000, you can send your boss, coach, teacher or team leader ‘Over The Edge’. But, beware! If your leader matches organization contributions, they can choose SOMEONE ELSE to go over for them! Companies and organizations that raise over $2,500 are eligible for the benefits of corporate sponsorship.
As a Sponsor:
- Click here to download and available sponsorship levels
About Cornhusker Council, BSA
In 2020, our Scouts:
- Earned 2,205 merit badges
- Provided service hours in 16 counties across Nebraska
- 53 Scouts earned their Eagle Scout Award!
The 2015 Tufts Study found that Scouting has an important impact on youth:
- The more time kids spend in Scouting, the better the outcomes in character development.
- Scouts are more likely to embrace positive social values than non-Scouts.
- Scouts who are engaged and spend more time in the program were more hopeful, helpful, obedient, cheerful, kind, and trustworthy.
- Scouts are significantly more likely than non-Scouts to embrace values like “helping others” and “doing the right thing”
We need your help! With the help of our donors, in 2021 we:
- Will expand our ScoutReach program
- Can offer scholarships for youth to attend summer camp
- Provide assistance for books, uniforms, and program supplies
- Offer enhanced programming at our two camping facilities
- Hold rural day camps in every county we serve
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Rappelling Questions
Who can go Over the Edge with Cornhusker Council?
Edgers must be at least 14 years old and weigh between 100 and
300 lbs. No experience necessary!
Once you’ve met your fundraising goal of $1,000 or more, we’ll contact you to schedule your rappel time for Friday, August 6th 2021.
Is Over the Edge safe?
Yes, absolutely! Over the Edge has never had a single incident
or accident since their inception in 2003. Every event is set up as an
industrial worksite and is compliant with all federal and state OSHA
Fall Protection Standards and OSHA Federal and State laws. Their
policies and procedures adhere to the best practices identified by
IRATA (Industrial Rope Access Trade Association) counsel — a strict
regulatory body that has regimented guidelines and safety protocols
that far exceed the OSHA, Workers Compensation, and state labor codes.
Will I be trained?
Certified team members train you on the equipment, ensure the
gear fits properly, and attach you to the rope. You’re always in radio
communication with a rope technician and as you approach the bottom, a
team member will help with your landing.
How long will it take to complete the rappel?
Depending on your desired speed, rappelling takes 10-15 minutes
to reach the ground. You’ll be in constant radio contact with our rope
technicians during your rappel. We encourage you to go slow and take
in the whole experience.
Other Questions
What do I need to do to participate?
Register!
Cornhusker Council is partnering with the Fundrazr platform to support
your fundraising efforts.
- First, if you don’t have a Fundrazr account already, make one here:
SIGN UP
If you already have one, sign in here:
SIGN IN
Once signed in, you’re ready to create your fundraiser.
- Scroll down to the bottom of the page. What’s your one-time funding goal? You must raise at least $1000 to secure your rappel spot, but you can aim higher! What will you try to raise? Edit as needed, then click Continue.
- Fill in your first name where you see “[Your Name]” under Fundraiser Name.
- Want to personalize your fundraiser? In the Fundraiser’s Story, you can make this fundraiser unique to you. Why are you going Over the Edge with Cornhusker Council? What impact do you want to make?
- Scroll down, accept the terms, and then click Start my fundraiser.
- Donate the first $100 to your fundraiser. This is your registration fee and counts towards your total!
You’re ready to fundraise!
If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at 402-488-6020 or cornhuskercouncil@gmail.com
How can I become a Sponsor?
Corporate sponsorships are available! If you or your company
are interested in participating, contact Jason Anderson at jason.anderson@scouting.org
