Louisiana Bolton Academy Halloween Bear Bash - Alexandria, Louisiana- RECF Aerial Drones Competition

Welcome to our REC Foundation ADC Competition at Bolton Academy in Alexandria, Louisiana! We are excited to welcome your team for a great day of competition, collaboration, and learning.

Event Location:
Bolton Academy: 

Important Reminders:

•        Team interviews will be conducted in person during the event.

•        Logbooks must be submitted digitally using the notebook submission link (TBD).

•        Notebook submission deadline: October 23 5PM.

•        Please review the schedule on the Agenda tab and plan to arrive in time for the Team Meeting and drone inspection.

This is a REC Foundation ADC Qualifying Event. Awards will be presented in accordance with the REC Foundation judging process and qualification criteria.

If your team is traveling, you'll find recommended hotels, restaurants, and local attractions listed on the travel tab.

We look forward to hosting you and wish your team the best of luck! If you have any questions before the event, please don't hesitate to contact the Event Partner.

Safe travels, and we'll see you on Halloween!

We expect the following behavior and ethical standards at all RECF-sanctioned events:

Act with integrity, honesty, and reliability

Behave in a respectful and professional manner with all event participants, attendees, and RECF staff members

Exhibit maturity and professionalism when dealing with difficult and stressful situations

Respect individual differences

Respect the facility and equipment provided at an event

Follow all rules as listed in the current game manual(s)

Operate as student-centered teams according to the Student Centered Policy

Prioritize safety in actions and design

Demonstrate good sportsmanship, which includes supporting your alliance partners

These expectations apply to, but are not limited to team members, mentors, parents, any adult associated with a team, Event Partners, and volunteers. The Code of Conduct may also apply to behavior outside of RECF-sanctioned events where inappropriate actions are related to an event or participating individuals. 

Judges will consider team conduct and ethics when determining awards. 

Violations of the expectations in this policy may result in consequences up to the disqualification of the team or organization from the current event and/or future events, and potentially removal from the program after review by the RECF.

We are excited to welcome teams to Bolton Academy in Alexandria, Louisiana, for our Halloween ADC Competition! Conveniently located just off I-49, the venue is easily accessible and is surrounded by excellent hotels, restaurants, and family-friendly attractions.

Event Location
Bolton Academy
2101 Vance Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71302

Recommended Hotels
Several quality hotels are located within 10–15 minutes of the competition venue.

Courtyard by Marriott Alexandria
The Hotel Bentley
Holiday Inn Alexandria
Fairfield by Marriott Inn

Whether you're looking for a quick meal between matches or a place to celebrate after the competition, you'll find a variety of excellent dining options just minutes from the venue.

Local Favorites

Wildwood Pizza
BJs Pizza
Smackin' Macks
Lou & Lauras
Spirits Food & Friends
Outlaws BBQ
Los Portales
Mi Tio Mexican Grill

Fast Food

Chick Fil A
Smalls
Wendy's
Freddy's
Sonic
Southern Classic Fried Chicken
WhatABurger

Things to Do
If your team has extra time before or after the event, consider exploring some of Alexandria's attractions:

Alexandria Zoo
Wayback's Arcade
Adventure Cenla

We hope you enjoy your visit to Alexandria! Safe travels, and we look forward to hosting your team for an exciting day of Aerial Drone competition with a Halloween twist!