Summer Camp

We had great attendance last night at the meeting with Mayor Petelos as the keynote speaker, followed by speaking to camp requirements by the older Scouts and a review of the merit badge and advancement process by Mr. Cole.

The Patrol leaders, Asst patrol Leaders, patrol quartermasters, and troop quartermasters, and those who want to help out, needs to be at the Hut at 6:30 PM this Thursday to help load the Frank Tank with Troop gear. Uniform is not required and we should be completed in an hour or so.

He should be ready to go at the hut wearing his Tan uniform shirt over his red, Troop T shirt, Scout shorts, Scout socks, and Scout belt at 10:45 AM on Sunday for our departure. We will stop for a snack on the way to camp, but he should probably have lunch before he arrives.

Items we mentioned he should bring other than on the list would be:

a coat hanger to put his tan shirt on when not being worn for an activity...

a short piece of clothesline for the inside of his tent to hang his clothes on/up with a few clothes pins.

He will also hang his swim trunks on a line in the vicinity of his tent for them to air dry .

His drinking cup for water.

Insect Spray

his rain suit in case it is a wet week/ or if we get some rain

Some cash for the camp store....rifle shooting s free..shot gut shooting will cost .25 a shell when purchased at camp at the range. a Camp Sequoyah T shirt miscellaneous items

No electronic games or other electronics....he can bring his cell phone but he will not be able to recharge it w/o an outlet.

Except for the evening meal requiring the uniform, dress is casual in shorts, t shirts, athletic socks and sneakers. Some boys have a different shirt for each day with a couple pair of shorts....or he can wear the red troop t shirt and shorts if that is his choice.

if a second year Scout or older, He should bring his day pack for carrying his water bottle, notes, merit badge book and other items in camp with his name marked on it if misplaced or left behind. He will need his folding chair for campfires and for classes if a Croc or Eagle or working on his basic rank requirements. First year Scouts will have all their morning activities at our camp site, so a day pack isn't really necessary unless he wants to bring it along.

if an Eagle or Croc, he will need a long sleeve shirt and jeans or work pants to have at the swimming merit badge in order to learn to use them as a float. He will be in the water..ear plugs or swimming goggles are permitted if required.

if an Eagle or Croc he will need a disposable, long sleeve shirt, jeans, socks, and maybe an old pair of sneakers for doing "Venture Valley." a wet, plenty of mud slides an splashing of fun and cooling off adventure that all the first year Scouts and many older scouts participate in on Monday night.

If he wears glasses...an bring an older extra pair...or definitely head restraints to prevent them from falling in high adventure activities or if misplaced...or damaged..

A towel for swimming activities and personal hygiene.

Hammocks will not be allowed to prevent tree damage

When you come to visit him on Wednesday night, any time after 3:30 is fine..tell him what time you plan to be there and he will meet you at the parking lot to help carry his meal..if you cannot come and visit, please arrange for another parent to bring him his meal as the dining hall will not be open for supper on parents night.

The best route to Camp is as shown in the Troop Guide and as illustrated on the Troop Web site. It's about 80 miles, not including traffic, so allow extra time ...You may want to share rides if more practical. Bring a flashlight for walking.

The activities will normally end at about 9:30 PM or later...the camp roads are gravel so wear flats or sneakers since you will be walking from the parking lot to the camp and other activities...Be prepared for rain in case it showers or it is predicted. Good time to take his worn clothing home with you. We will be staying in Boone's Place, same as last year, an elevated site above the water activities area and on the right just past the camp store as seen on the map.

That's about it..read over the "What to bring to Camp lists, " and he should have everything he needs for a week of fun and adventure.

Summer camp is one of our best times of the year owing to our full numbers in one place for the week. It is the time we build camaraderie and esprit, earn rank and advancement, and get into the true spirit of Scouting in the outdoors.

Thanks for all your support and for encouraging attendance. please feel free to call or email if you have any questions