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[This is the first in a series of articles on the use, care and maintenance of our Troop gear. You can find this and subsequent articles filed under 'Troop Gear" in the Topics menu on the home page of our website.] Those big, blue 5-gallon jugs you may have seen on camping trips are . . . → Read More: Troop Gear: Water Jugs Dressing for the outdoors can be summed up with one word – layering. Rather than relying on a single garment to keep us warm and dry, we dress in layers with each layer of clothing serving a different function. Layering allows us to adjust our clothing to the conditions by adding, removing or changing a . . . → Read More: Wicking, Warmth & Weather: Dressing for the Outdoors Every boy seems fascinated with knives and fire. When a new Scout finds out he needs to carry a knife and matches with him on hikes, he will immediately try and convince his parents that he needs a flamethrower and machete. Parents and Scouts should know that a small “Swiss Army” knife or multi-tool . . . → Read More: Knives and Fire Any Scout should know about the “10 Essentials” for any trip or hike. These are items that no hiker or camper should be without in the wilderness. They provide a foundation for safety in the wilderness and should be carried on every outing – no matter how close to home. Map & Compass – Provides . . . → Read More: The 10 Essentials Most of our outings take place outdoors and Scouts should be equipped properly to enjoy these adventures. While it is possible to spend hundreds of dollars on quality outdoor equipment and apparel, if your son is new to camping and hiking you should consider purchasing only the necessities. The Troop will provide some of the . . . → Read More: Basic Equipment A warm and comfortable sleeping bag is the foundation for a good night’s rest. Sleeping bags come in many shapes, sizes and prices, but here’s what you should be looking for … - Consider a mummy bag, which is warmer, smaller and lighter than square bag. - A bag with a 20 degree rating . . . → Read More: Sleeping Bags |
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