Tenderfoot Skills Camp -- 6-7 Jun 09
at Storrs Pond
Preliminary
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1.0 Overview

As part of the New Scout Training Program, the troop offers a campout geared specifically to the needs of scouts working on Tenderfoot. This campout meets requirements 1, 2, and 3 for Tenderfoot, and will introduce new scouts to Troop 45 outing procedures. It also offers opportunities to work on other requirements for Tenderfoot and Second Class.

There are also a number of events planned for older scouts who are working on first class, second class and even some merit badges.

In addition to advancement, the outing will include some activities just for fun.

2.0 Concept

2.1 Description

We will meet at Storrs Pond Main Entrance on Saturday morning, and hike the half mile to our campsite at the end of the pond. We will make camp at our site, and engage in training and fun activities for the day. Sunday morning will be a quick pack and go.

2.2 Schedule of Events

Saturday, 6 Jun 09
1000 -- Meet at Storrs Pond Upper Parking Area. Check Gear
1015 -- Hike into our camping Area
1100 -- Set up Flag - Open the Camp
1130 -- Pitch camp
1200 -- Lunch
1300 -- Clean up Lunch - Trainers receive assignment
1330 -- Skills Begin
1630 -- Fun Activity 1800 -- Supper
1900 -- Cleanup / Get firewood for night
2000 -- Evening Campfire
2200 -- Lights out
Sunday, 7 Jun 09
0700 -- Breakfast
0900 -- Break Camp, police and pickup.
0930 -- Start hike back to parking area.
1000 -- Pickup at Upper Parking Area.

2.3 Expected Conditions and Difficulty

The hike in to camp is easy on wide trails, but be properly equipped and packed for a hiking approach. There will also be mild physical activity during the events.

Check the weather and be prepared.

The campsite is an established site. Fires are permitted but we will be using this outing as an opportunity to learn to use backpacking stoves.

2.4 Special Requirements

Open to all scouts, scouters, and parents.

There are no skills prerequisites for this outing.

3.0 Administration and Logistics

3.1 Announcement Date: 6 May 09

3.2 Roster Closing Date: 3 Jun 09

3.3 Costs

TBD

3.4 Equipment

3.4.1 Individual Equipment

  • Class A uniform (for travel and flags).
  • Class B uniform (all other times).

    This is a 100% uniformed outing! Class A uniform is required for travel and for flags; class B otherwise.

  • Overnight gear as described in the Personal Equipment handout.
  • Pocket Knife (in your pack, not your pocket)
  • Boy Scout Handbook
  • Your share of equipment and supplies planned by your tent group.
  • Food planning TBD.

    3.4.2 Patrol Equipment

  • Patrol Flag.
  • Food planning TBD

    3.4.3 Troop Equipment

  • Field Flag
  • First Aid Kit

    3.5 Transportation Plan

    Drop-off Point: Storrs Pond Main Entrance Parking Lot
    Drop-off Time: 0945 Sat 6 Jun
    Pick-up Point: Storrs Pond Main Entrance Parking Lot
    Pick-up Time: 1000 Sun 7 Jun

    4.0 Leadership

    4.1 Planning Committee

  • TBD
  • Adult owner: TBD

    4.2 Adult Leaders

  • SMIC: Mr. Smith
  • TBD

    Approval Pending

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