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Scouter&mom, Thanks for letting us know about this show. I caught it last night. I thought it was very positive! Plus it was nice to see scenes from Camp Belzer, where I did a lot a scouting in my days! Steve

Lisa, When I was a cub (Early 70's) I recall a catapult contests for one of our district outings at Camp Belzer. There were two categories- one with all natural materials, the other with man made materials (Lots of garage door springs!) These were made before camp and the competition was done later in the day after the other station competition activities. It was held in a large field at camp. You might want to think about whether this can be done safely at your camp, or think of a safer version. Have fun with it! Steve

SctDad, When I was a scout, (late 70s-early 80s), we didn't do this either as a troop. I don't recall doing this at camporees either. However, we did have cracker barrels every evening at every Order of the Arrow function-Ordeals, Fellowships, Conclaves... They were much the same as Gold Winger describes. Crackers, cheese cubes, lunchmeat cut into quarters to fit the crackers, chips, soda/kool aid. It was always something quick and easy to prepare, and inexpensive as well. I would agree with GW, in that it was basically a setting for fellowship! Steve

I also attended Ransburg for summer camp 77-79. Staffed there for the summer of 1980! Nice place. Prof

Padilan, Welcome to the virtual campfire. I look forward to reading your thoughts and opinions! Prof.

Jeff, Congrats on a great event! Steve

John, An interesting article. Thanks for posting it. This has been the first primary that I have been interested in. In Indiana, the primaries are normally so late in the season that the decision has already been made. Some people around here are excited that the candidates may actually campaign here! I did see that one of the super delegates who had pledged to Hillary has backed away and is now for Obama (saying that his district voted Obama, so he should as well). Regardless of how it turns out, it will be interesting to watch! Steve

I teach general and organic chemistry at a community college!

These types of tragedies, which seem to be occuring more often, sadden all of us. My prayers also go out to the families of those affected as well as the entire NIU family. Steve

SM, Welcome to the virtual campfire! It sounds like you have had some good experiences with your son's troop. I look forward to reading your opinions on the forum! Steve

Knight, Things like that do make it all worthwhile! Congratulations on a great activity! Steve

John, Thanks for the info. Uncle Jay is a pretty interesting site! The democratic convention could be very interesting given how close the count is on pledged delegates. It will be fun to watch! Steve

Lisa, What are "superdelegates"? Steve

Mum, I'd be curious to know about the 3 month challenge. Were there specific things that your son was asked to do (or not do)? How was this communicated?(in writing?)How was passing/failing the challenge determined? Steve

My lodge also requires a medical form for everyone in attendance.

Knight, Welcome to the virtual fire! Steve

Keneunice, Welcome to the virtual campfire and thanks for your service with youth. You will find this to be a great place to get questions answered by some very knowledgeable scouters! Steve

Steve, This looks like a neat idea! I will definitely participate and ask others to as well! Steve

April, Welcome to the virtual fire! Steve

Matty, Welcome to the virtual fire. It sounds like you have had some great scouting experiences! I look forward to reading your views! Steve

Welcome to the virtual campfire! I look forward to hearing about your views and your scouting experiences! Steve

How about this one Q: How are honest lawyers like UFO's? A: You often hear about them but you never actually see one.

Calico, I humbly apologize to any and all species of pond scum which I may have offended. I also apologize to the buckets as well! Steve

We are all saddened to hear of this loss. Our thought and prayers go out to the family. Steve

Along the line of Beavah's original posting in this thread Q What is the difference between a lawyer and a bucket of pond scum? A The bucket!