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Transition Campout - 2013 |
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This past weekend, Troop 221 held our annual transition campout. This weekend is all about the incoming Scouts. A small but focused staff of 5 experienced Scouts and Mr. S (the best in the business) kept the boys moving from 9:00 am until 9:00 pm.
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They learned about the appropriate gear to bring and how to pack. From there, they learned how to choose a campsite and setup our troop tents. After getting their camp setup, they started the morning's rotations. They learned about flag ceremonies, knots, fire, axe & knife safety, poisonous plants and many other things on their way to completing over 20 requirements along the Trail to First Class.
The boys worked hard and remained focused throughout the entire day. Saturday evening concluded with a campfire program and cobbler. Sunday morning the boys were awarded the Scout rank. A fitting end to their first campout as Boy Scouts.
It is always fun to watch the older boys teach and lead the 1st year Scouts. It's also great to watch the 1st year Scouts get to know each other and start that connection that will grow and strengthen as they make their way from Scout to Eagle Scout. |
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