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  1. James, VERY GOOD POINT! I have a "3/4" axe for the boys to use. It is easier for them to control than either a full size axe or a hand axe (hatchet). My own sons have watched me cut through a 2" limb with one cut with this axe, from a wheelchair. I wonder how many of our leaders know what the differant styles of axes are for? Even though I use them, I am not familiar with all of them. I wonder how many scouts are trying to use the wrong kind of axe, when they should be using a general purpose axe. Just a question that I do not have an answer for. That brings up another point. Q
  2. As has been pointed out, the LOCATION is the key. Here, most backcountry people DO carry a saw, and often an axe. I have never been on the trails you mentioned, however have done some cleanup on the Centennial Trail, leading south from Yellowstone. Saws and axes are common, and used correctly often. If you are worrying about the boy who has earned his totin' chip carrying and properly using these tools, he should not have been able to earn the card. To earn it, he is supposed to demonstrate proper use. Both of my sons had to be reminded that my corrective lenses were indeed protecti
  3. As you have probably read earlier, that is not an option. It is the same solution that most ecoterrorists take - do not go into the woods, let everything remain as it is. This is worse than utopian. It assumes that no one has any effect on the forests. This is far from the truth. Even without going up into our forests, we have an effect. Until you are willing to give up all clothing, all transportation (except your own feet), all energy (you are using energy in order to use a computer), and go back 50,000 years, any thought that you have no effect is self delusional. The acid rain h
  4. Having just returned from Summer Camp, the only reason we did NOT have a campfire was because I had left the wood cutting tools at home due to the extreme fire danger. Since I live only about 150 miles from the camp, just outside Yellowstone, I thought they had similar drought conditions we had. To the contrary, there was significant (for Wyoming) rain the previous week, and light rain twice while at camp. Although I still think I did the correct thing in this instance, we did miss the campfire at our own camping area. Wood from winter cleanup of the camp had been provided at each campsit
  5. Although we adults should not be excessive in showing off our own accomplishments, my opinion is that when we are with our troop at a multi troop function, that is the time to make sure we are all wearing the same neckerchief. At award ceremonies within the unit (troop, pack, crew), it seems that is the time to wear "your finest", your awards, so that the youth will see that you are working toward bettering yourself as well. In regular troop meetings, is were we (adults) wear something differant than the boys. If it is a pack meeting, I wear the appropriate bolo or neckerchief to m
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    Uniform Costs

    Hi All - I know it has been a long time since I have been on. Had a mild heart attack (too much stress I was told) in Feb, and my ISP sold, so no access until today. I see that the general arguments have not changed. 1. The overall quality of the uniforms is not up to par (I got an "experienced" cub shirt today with the left pocket a full inch lower than the right!) 2. A lot of folks with more "dollars than sense" spend a lot more for sporting equipment and name brand junk. 3. The uniforms were not designed for all purpose use. What we have done here helps with the "C
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    Uniform Costs

    tdyer56 is on the money about looking in the thrift shops. It has made a large differance in who is or is'nt in uniform. Another thought - or concern if you will, I think the only problem with a "given" uniform is that the boy will not always appretiate it. The boys in my wife's den who bought their uniforms, are more likely to wear them, than the ones that I gave uniforms to. Paul
  8. Yes, it sure is beautiful. I worked at the State School until my disability. My wife currently is on here 23rd year there. We keep getting new statues every few months, it seems. The local foundry has made many of the bronzes that are seen around the country. They store the statues at various locations around town until shipped to the buyer. Of the permanent statues, in town, only 2 were paid for by tax receipts. The Antelope just south of the main intersection, and the Lander Lil, across the street. Lander Lil is a Prairie Dog, and is our equivalent to Puxatawny Phil. Aren't
  9. To "Coolscout101" - Your last post shows that you are definately NOT cool. Remember the Scout oath "do my duty to God and my Country" and to "to HELP other people at all times" and in the Scout Law "Helpful, kind" The attitude shown by "That's your problem, not mine" shows a lack of these things in your life. Most of us in these forums have tried to help solve problems for other scouts and scouters. There are a few things that will take a concerted effort on the part of all of us. Specifically anything that has to do with policy or uniforms. Paul Johnson Lander
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    patches

    As for the vest, I found that a heavy synthetic felt worked well. To make the vest less "itchy", line it with a satin type material. As for your scout leaders tan patch vest, the only "autorized" color is the red vest. Unless it is an older vest that I am unaware of being autorized, he made it up on his own. I personally think he should get back to the original colors. "Official Coat" - red wool by Pendleton, may only have a single patch in the back, the official patch in front on the left pocket, and the Philmont Bull on the left shoulder. I wish you well with your son in Scouts!
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    patches

    As to wearing the "temporary" patches, may I suggest the Red Vest, which is intended for that purpose! It may be worn by youth or adult in informal situations (not at a board of review, court of honor, or as part of a color detail). I made my sons each one, and they are very happy with them. It gives them a place to wear the patches they have earned/recieved over the years, and you do not have to strip them off when the boy bridges to scouts. Paul Johnson
  12. I am not sure what you consider a "campfire robe". However, an excellant blanket coat as used in the Rendezvous would probably meet your needs. There are many patterns floating around. These coats are VERY warm, easy to sew, and only take a single (wool) blanket for a normal size person. The name of this coat is a "Capote" - I am unsure what is means or origination other than from the French. Paul Johnson
  13. In the last Scouting magazine, there was a fairly large section devoted to it. I thought I saw an address there. If my sons had not run off with it, I would look - They seem to like the adult mag as much as they do their Boy's Life! Paul
  14. I thought that was what happened when you had too many "scouting - 1 hour a week" times! :-)
  15. I never knew the name of this wonderful movie, and have never seen the start. However I think every adult scouter should watch it. So many of the issues it dealt with are just as applicable today, and may be an excellant way to discuss how to deal with issues in your own troop. Thank you so much for bringing this movie back to mind. BTW - if anyone does hear of it being released on video, please let me know! God bless all, Paul Johnson
  16. Finally someone who gets the idea of true integration! Mike Long hit it on the head when he said "But I certainly would not describe most of them as disabled". To me this would make the perfect unit. The person's health condition is not the primary criteria in the decision making process. If ALL people would take this attitude, there would be no need for the ADA. The merit badge book does not say that the den or troop worked with has to be a "disabled" troop, nor do the individuals have to consider themselves "disabled". Only have a disabling condition. Even though "legally" disabled
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    Uniform Costs

    Thanks Uncle Bob. It is a great thing to see boys "doing their best", especially when we see so many who barely try. There are probably a lot of boys out there who would joing scouting if not for the costs. We do what we can, however it is never enough. My thoughts immediately go to a story I heard once - A man was walking along the ocean, and saw another up ahead of him, stooping down and throwing something into the ocean every few steps. He caught up with the second man to see that he was throwning starfish back into the water. He told them man " your task is impossible,
  18. You are EXACTLY they type of person that has made living with disabilities a living hell for me. Untill you live with a disabiling condition, as I have, for more that 26 years, you cannot understand what it is to be disabled. In the last 2 years I have gone from relatively stable health to having my health care team "politely" suggest I start planning for "my future", including hospital bed and possible home care by licensed care givers. I may be new to scouting, however when I read the requirements of the badge, I thought there were overly easy. But then, I completed Woodbadge at
  19. The CR/IR (institutional rep) is the ONLY person that may be registered in 2 positions by the same unit. According to the Scoutmaster Handbook, p 156, "The chartered organization representative is a member of the charered organization and the recognized head of its Scouting department. The COR is appointed by the head of the institution and serves as the connecting link between the institution and the troop. ... The COR is the chartered organization's representative on the district committee, and is a voting delegate at the local council's annual meeting. In addition, the chartered
  20. The requirements of this badge are much easier to achieve than the previous posts suggest. This shows an ignorance amongst leaders as to what really is a "disability". 1) any boy who has been diagnosed with ADHD has a disabling condition. 2) mental retardation 3) Autism and it's many subcategories 4) Asthma and other lung conditions 5) Heart conditions Too often we look for the conditions that are easily visible, but forget the less obvious ones. How many boys do we have out there that would benefit from the program but do not join because they are ashamed of their "disabilit
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    Uniform Costs

    Uncle Bob, I live in the poorest county in Wyoming, with the highest (adjusted for seasonal fluctuations) unemployment in the state. Approximately 1/3rd of my Cubs are in single parent families, who earn $6.90 an hour at the Wyoming state training school, the county's largest employer. We "scholarship" any who state that they are unable to pay the registration, and ask that they pay for the following year's registration from their popcorn commission. My own income is only $800 a month (SSDI), and my wife and I have not earned enough to have to pay income tax since I have been disabl
  22. I must strongly disagree with pwlane. If there is a problem, it needs to be addressed. When I logged onto the supply division web site, I was initially happy to see a "survey" - but then greatly disappointed to see that it would only allow a SINGLE improvement suggestion. We need to make our voices heard, that the quality has to improve, along with the prices, or a number of the boys will be going without. I have an "experienced" uniform closet, and it is very sad to see a uniform that has been through a single boy look worse than one that has been through many boys, and obviously used. T
  23. The BSA Uniform guide does not specify that a specific badge be worn on a specific color, neither does the inspection sheet. In my opinion, the only considerations should be 1) where the boy wants it, and 2) put it on a contrasting color so that it may be seen (i.e. put the safety badge on something other than green). The current policy is that the badges may be worn on the webelos cap OR the colors. This was done because a lot of boys would lose the colors during horseplay. Paul Johnson Cubmaster, P-17, Lander, WY
  24. The bad news is that what the porn person has done is perfectly legal. It is a version of "Cyber Squatting" - taking a name of a business or organizations and registering it so that the org will have to "buy them out". It is a sleazy way to extort money legally from organizations that do not want to be associated with that garbage. Paul
  25. A while back I asked about anyone who had ideas to adapt uniforms to those of us in wheelchairs. There were no replies to that post, so I started experimenting. The result is that I have some things that I am willing to share with anyone who has an interest in adapting their pants and shirts to fit better in the event of needing it for wheelchair use. Please contact me for further information. Paul Johnson Cubmaster/Troop Committee Chair P.O. Box 446 Lander, WY 82520 (307) 332-5957
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