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  1. As a hunter education instructor, avid hunter and fisherman, and lover of meat on the table, I also know that hunters have spent more money on wildlife than ALL the "anti"s put together. It is depressing that these people have never taken their arguments to their logical conclusion (with very few exceptions). The only way to do as they want is to destroy the entire human population. A few antihunters have actually taken to shooting at hunters during hunting season. They condemn leather, so wear synthetics. Of course they are made from oil, and oil is to be banned. We cannot pla
  2. KL - Thanks for reminding me about the "special order" section. The problem is that wheelchair bound individuals need a significantly differant cut to be comfortable. I just do not know how to modify the uniform (pants especially) for this fit. Some things that are differant include in the pants - Higher back (to accomodate constant sitting), pockets on lower legs (cannot get to rear and waist pockets while seated), differant cut on leg cuffs (just look at your own when seated!) As you may have noticed, those of us in chairs loose abdominal tone, so the fit of shirts need to be
  3. I have a problem that some of you may have a solution to. Due to multiple disabling conditions, I am in a wheelchair 95+% of the time. As anyone who works with the disabled knows, most clothing is not cut for those of us in wheelchairs. This is especially true of BSA uniforms, which are ALWAYS smaller than standard sizing. If anyone has some suggestions as to how I can modify my shirts and pants for W/C life, I would appreciate ths comments. Thank you, Paul Johnson Cubmaster, Pack 17 Lander, Wyoming
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    Uniform Costs

    In reply to Bob R., as an Army Officer, I always had to purchase my own uniforms, and because I was nowhere near a post clothing sales, I had to buy these things from traditional retail outlets. I still paid LESS for my officers uniforms than the BSA uniforms. And if you remember your history of the BSA uniform, you know that a military surplus uniform was chosen to keep the costs DOWN! There may be areas of the country that the average income makes the cost of the regulation BSA uniform look reasonable, but that is not so for the people I know. That is why EVERY clothing store in this co
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    Uniform Costs

    While I am not opposed to unions, and have belonged to 2 differant unions, my guess is that this is a major reason for the outrageous costs for scouting uniforms. EVERY piece of official uniform I have seen has a union label. How much does that add to the cost of our uniforms?In the US, less than 10% of the working population belongs to a worker's union. Why can we not buy uniform pants for under $25? I pay only $19 for my US made jeans, that are much more serviceable than the cotton/poly pants and shorts. Why can we not have access to patterns and make our own uniforms out of BETTER
  6. In my opinion, this belongs in a differant discussion. The issue of homosexuals being banned as leaders has had a POSITIVE overall effect here (Wyoming). The boys are often complemented on their uniforms, and get told lots of stories about "when I was your age, I was a scout (cub, brownie, etc)". The uniform was originally used to brint the boys together as part of a group. They now "belong" to a group, and have their own "gang colors" - only this "gang" has a positive effect! As for the poor excuses for human beings that will hurt the boys, the boys need to be warned about them. Yo
  7. It is going to be an increasing problem with the attitude against any uniformed organization. This is especially so with our current president and v.p., who cater to the homosexual vote, and not doing anything to support scouting. The number one thing you can do to get the boys to wear their uniforms is the easiest: WEAR YOUR COMPLETE UNIFORM AT ALL APPROPRIATE EVENTS. If you are unwilling to wear your COMPLETE uniform, with pride, why/how can you expect the boys to? As a Tiger Coach and Webelos Den Leader, I wear my Den Leader uniform to ALL Pack and den functions. I make it clear first
  8. The BSA rules are very clear that this person is not to be SM. The example he gives the boys is that any law or rule may be violated. My entire family was abused by an alcoholic during his binges. If the Chartering organization will not do anything, then it is imperitive that you contact the district with the problem, and also the Council Executive. The chartering org should know that this type of behavior violates BSA policy, and endangers the boys. If this type of person is what the charter accepts, what keeps them from accepting a convicted child molester? Rapist? Mu
  9. As a disabled leader, I have had to overcome a lot of challenges in the last 4 years. Before my sons were old enough to join as Tigers, I lost a leg due to an infection from a farm accident. I now also fight Asthma, thyroid disorder, chronic fatigue, diabetes, and a poor immune system. This past June I completed Wood Badge training at Camp Buffalo Bill, Wyoming. It took my entire patrol to do it, but we pulled together as a team and ALL of us completed the course. I am now the designated Assistant PL for our patrol. Much comes from what you want to accomplish, and are willing t
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