All scouts who registered for summer camp are checked in, swim tested, and have made their homes at Butterfield Campsite. We enjoyed a break in the summertime heat late Monday afternoon when a thunderstorm rolled nearby, sprinkling just enough rain to keep down the dust on the trails. Our campsite is a good long walk away from just about anywhere, although we have plenty of space and no one is complaining. I am pleased to inform that the entire troop was present at morning flags, with the Ion Dragons Patrol wearing their best scout uniforms. Spirits are high despite the hot weather. It’s a great start to summer camp!
Troop 42 campers, we are seven days away from summer camp and the forecast is a perfect week for scouting! Here’s the list of stuff to bring to be prepared.
Essential Equipment for Camp
- Full Scout field uniform (worn during flag ceremonies and other ceremonies)
- Activity uniform (troop or scouting t-shirts for wear any time when not in Field Uniform)
- Order of the Arrow sash if you have one
- NBZ claws and regalia if you have them
- 6-7 pairs of socks
- Sweater or jacket
- Raincoat or poncho
- Extra underwear and t-shirts
- Hiking boots and extra shoes/sneakers
- Long-sleeved sweatshirt
- Swim trunks (wear on Sunday for swim test during check-in)
- Jeans or long pants
- Hat or cap
- Pajamas
- Toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant
- Bath towels and soap/shampoo
- Mosquito repellent and sunscreen
- Sandals (or flip-flops) to wear in the showerhouses
- Spending money
- Water bottle
- Boy Scout handbook
- Program items (see Class Descriptions)
- Merit Badge book for each class
- Pens, pencils and notebook for merit badge work
- Sleeping bag or sheet/blanket
- Pillow
- Cot or air mattress or sleeping pad
- Flashlight (with extra batteries)
Optional Equipment for Camp
- Sunglasses
- Mosquito netting
- Bible/prayer book
- Sewing kit
- Padlock for pool locker
- Camera
- Writing paper, envelopes, stamps
- Pocket knife (no sheath knives permitted)
Start getting your personal equipment together now. I large tote with a latch-on lid works well to protect your stuff from the elements and keep a clean tent, but is not required. Remember to wear your swim trunks when we depart on Sunday because one of the first things to do during check-in is the swim test.
