Next we started to look at troops who had applied numerous times in the past to come to our camporee and had not been invited. There were many that had applied the last 3-4 years without getting the opportunity to come. For some troops it was even longer. We gave priority of invitations to these troops next. By the time that we met all of the above criteria there was little room for first time applicants.
Bottom line is that our camporee is very competitive.
MAJ Robert Fabrizzio and I spent a great deal of time trying to be as fair as we possibly could. I regret that we can not invite everyone. Although extremely time consuming, I have enjoyed my job this year corresponding with you and answering questions. The advice I leave you with is for you to apply and get your foot in the door, then wait your turn. It will come up.