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- What if I can only participate in one summer program, how do I choose?
- What is a Court of Honor?
- What items should I bring to summer camp at Gerber Scout Camp?
- How do I print photos or maps?
- What is the Class A uniform?
- What should I pack for the Polar Bear Campout?
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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.
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What is a Court of Honor?
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.
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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
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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.
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What is the Class A uniform?
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.
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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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