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FAQFrequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions.
What if I can only participate in one summer program, how do I choose? If you must choose between one of the long-term camps, summer camp should be your fist choice for advancement purposes. Without summer camp, making Eagle Scout is very difficult. The Court of Honor provides recognition of outstanding achievements and awards the Scouts have earned. It recognizes the growth of the individual Scout with dignity and ceremony. We ask that all families attend the two main Courts of Honor held each year (Fall - November, and Spring - May). These are usually held on a Sunday afternoon at St. Roberts Church, in Ada or at a location to be announced. When a Scout is receiving an Eagle award, a special Eagle Court of Honor may be scheduled at the same time. There is also a final Court of Honor held at the last weekly meeting of the year to give out awards prior to going to Mackinac Island. In addition, an Eagle Court of Honor is often held on Mackinac Island in June, usually in the Fort, it's a most memorable event for all scouts. What items should I bring to summer camp at Gerber Scout Camp? Medical Form! Complete Scout Class A uniform Medication in zip lock bag with your name, Troop number and home phone number Hiking shoes and/or tennis shoes Mess Kit, Cup, Silverware and Mesh Bag to hang your kit Canteen or water bottle Small Pillow Extra Shorts & Pants Flashlight & Batteries Underwear & Socks Scout Handbook, pens, pencils, paper Sweatshirt & Jacket Spending Money Swimsuit Rain Gear Towels Bathroom Stuff (soap, etc.) Sleeping Bag Backpack or Foot Locker Merit Badge Pamphlets Camp Chair Sunscreen Insect Repellent - Non Aerosol Mosquito Netting for your bunk How do I print photos or maps? If you want to print photos or maps, right click on the image and select Print from the menu. You can also select Save, and download the image. The formal Class A uniform is a regulation issued Scout shirt (perferably short sleeved), pants, web belt, socks, sash, and Troop issued neckerchief with slide. What should I pack for the Polar Bear Campout? Winter Camping is great fun if you stay warm and dry. However, hiking, sledding and just being in snow, particularly wet, falling snow can make staying dry difficult. A few simple rules will help keep you warm. First, WOOL and SYNTHETIC FABRICS like polypropylene, poly-fleece, and pile are the best fabrics for the winter. They help keep you warm even if wet. All clothing you take, from your socks to your hat, should be made of WOOL or SYNTHETIC FABRICS. Look for inexpensive, functional gear at used clothing stores and garage sales. Second, COTTON and DOWN should not be used! Once wet they will not keep you warm and are very difficult to dry. ANY SCOUT WEARING BLUE JEANS OR SNEAKERS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO GO WINTER CAMPING. CLOTHING - FIRST LAYER Long Underwear Top and Bottom CLOTHING - SECOND LAYER Long-sleeved shirt Sweater or Vest Pile or Wool Jacket Snow pants CLOTHING - SHELL Insulated Winter Parka Wind/Rain Jacket Wind/Rain Pants CLOTHING - HEAD Balaclava, scarf or face mask Stocking or Pile hats CLOTHING - HANDS Glove Liners (2 pair) Mittens/Gloves (2 pair) CLOTHING - FEET Liner Socks (2 pair) Heavy Socks (3 pair) Sorel-type Boots with removable boot liners - keep boot liners in tent or sleeping bag to prevent overnight freezing. Gaiters SLEEPING Ground Tarp Tarp or Tent for shelter Closed Foam pad Outer Sleeping Bag Inner Sleeping Bag or blanket EATING Cook kit or plates Plastic bowls Plastic cup Plastic fork Plastic spoon 1 gallon of water/day PERSONAL CARE Sunglasses or ski glasses Sun screen Lip Balm Toothbrush Toilet paper Toothpaste Dental Floss Small towel Soap Bandana SCOUT OUTDOOR ESSENTIALS Folding Pocket Knife Personal First Aid Kit Extra clothing Rain Gear Water Bottles Flashlight with spare batteries Food Bars Matches and Fire Starter Sun Protection Map and Compass OTHER BSA Handbook Small duffel to keep boot liners inside tent or sleeping bag OPTIONAL Snow shoes or skis Ski Poles Snow shovel Thermos Heat Packets |
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