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6 hours ago, CarlosD said:
My concern about this is that the Scouts may not do their due diligence in researching the many options for monthly campouts and for summer camp.
Of course they won't, that's why sometimes I will provide them with a list of available options. BUT I dont give them list until I feel its needed
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There is no Earning
Create a name for the Patrol, get them the Patrol Patch.
I typically call in the Troop for this portion of the learning, if you have one available at the time
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3 Currently and not looking to add
CC for the pack
SM for the Troop
and DC shirt
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On 3/31/2019 at 1:50 PM, Oldscout448 said:
Not quite yet it aint. At least not everywhere. I aim to keep feeding it as long as I can find sticks.
AMEN
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2 hours ago, Eagledad said:
Unless they don't make the collarless shirts he wore as a scout anymore. Then he peaks through the zipper of his tent to see what the SPL is doing.
Barry
You are correct...however it is a standard the Troop set, yes ultimately the scouts could say "we don't want to wear neckers" however none have ever challenged the "Troops Standards"
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On 3/4/2019 at 7:52 AM, mrkstvns said:
Ah yes, the turned under collar....I haven't seen that done in years (though it might because our unit prefers the bolo).
Do very many scouts today turn their collars under?
Depends on the SM in my opinion. If he grew up in scouting he'll probably prefer the way he wore it
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On 3/14/2019 at 10:36 AM, caninecrew said:
Is it acceptable to sell camp cards on social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, or Snapchat.
Sure it is, we have several scout parents that do this for their scout.
17 hours ago, thrifty said:well, it seems like everyone is selling camp cards except us. Interesting.
Sorry to here that Thrifty, curious what is your Council ?
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No guest will receive beltloops, patches or awards unless they are a paid member of BSA.
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On 7/10/2018 at 5:54 AM, JohnyWalter said:
My quandry is what type of shoes/footwear should he have for camp. I remember having huge blisters when I went back in the 80's so I hope to eliminate this joy for him. Anyone have
Most quality boots should be fine, Merrell, Keens, Vasque (personal Fav)
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My Colman fan! I have a hard time sleeping HOT.
This one great for our Canvas tents at camp, it has a magnetic clip and I just position it over my head
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I would simple state rules are rule....and if the scout wasn't present then the scout doesn't run period.
I had the similar situation, however I was lucky enough that they did indeed make another car but that it "sucked" and they wanted to use last years car. Told them last year cars wont pass inspection.
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Hell I'd do it.... that's just me
Wait nevermind, you only get this money once a year.
How many times a year are you serving hotdogs? once a month? for 12 months ?
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On 2/13/2019 at 3:45 PM, qwazse said:
@tpolly, welcome to the forums and thanks in advance for all you'll do for the youth!
Personally, I think staying away is a dumb idea. I landed in camp with Son #1 and spent a lot of time fishing, meeting staff, getting to know our troop leadership, taking any available adult training, landing a bullseye when the archery range was free, hiking, training for the mile swim, helping some other troops' first years learn to swim, fishing. I would line up at the payphone (!) to chat with Mrs. Q every other day or so, and she would ask how the boy was and I would say, "I saw him moving, looked like he had a smile under the dirt on his face. ... You should see the bass in this lake! ..."
It helped that I was an ASM when I turned 18, a decade earlier, so I kinda knew the drill. Regardless, if you are interested in being an ASM, you need to get training. And the best training you can get is
fishing withmeeting leaders from other troops and enjoying afternoon naps consecutive days.NOW IF this is what the parent truly does then I 100% agree with what you're saying. If the OP wants to go do all the training and the fun adult stuff then yes GO and have fun....but don't be up your sons Butt watching over him and stopping him from having fun.
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On 2/13/2019 at 10:55 AM, tpolly said:
I'd like for him to have an experience that is his alone and not something he feels the need to do just because I may be going also. Any advice on this?
I believe that's a Great Idea.... I am NOT my son's SM, he attends another Troop. I have learned to let him do his thing and he seems to enjoy when I am not looking over his shoulder. I do go on campouts with his troop from time to time. When I go to Summer Camp my troop and his troop stay on two totally separate sides of camp. From time to time I do find my way over there just to see what he's into.
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You guys are saying dues but you mean "Recharter" correct?
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On 12/15/2018 at 11:32 PM, The Latin Scot said:
if you remove that element of its composition, in my book, it will cease to be Scouting,
I agree. I have been tolerant of the past couple of decision, I 100% with the addition of girls but if we were to take away the religious element I believe I would hang it up for good.
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What did you do? I cant imagine anyone just picking up the phone and screaming at someone for no apparent reason.
Come finish the story
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Do the FAT CAT'S get a reduction in Pay? That's where it needs to start.
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We kinda knew it was coming down the pipe, just received the news myself. Sucks for Sure...Wish someone would listen to the youth.
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Time to have an election. Talk with other scouts that feel the same way and have someone you guys can depend on run and vote accordingly
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Thank You for stepping up and Leading !
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One step at a time. I know its easy to say "Don't sweat the small stuff" but my wife has anxiety issues as well.
How do you eat an Elephant? one bite at a time. Put one step in front of the other. I am sure youre the perfect fit for the job.
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LOL most gyms are Air Conditioned, I guess yours is not haha
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If the CO is a church is there a gym that can be used to show a movie and have an overnighter ?
Philmont Gear Review
in Camping & High Adventure
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Thanks for the review, we just received our date for next year and I am now in GEAR MODE. Pretty much made up my mind on pack (Osprey 60) so its the other stuff I am thinking about. You mention your sleeping bag and I guess I didn't realize how much the temp dropped, I was just going to use my small compact summer bag but it sounds like I need to be looking for a 30 degree bag. Is that what you're telling me?