Who: All Scouts and Scouters are welcome What: Hiking, and Backpack Camping When: June 23rd - 25th, 2017 Where: Devils Track Gorge along the Superior Trail Why: This a preparation Hike for Philmont High Adventure Campout, Scouts not attending Philmont are welcome to attend as well. Cost: $35/Scout and $20/Adult Departure: Otter Lake Elem. School on Friday, June 23rd at 11:30am. Eat Lunch before arriving. Please arrive 5 minutes early. It is a 4 1/2 Drive and hike to the campsite is required on Friday night as well. Returning: Sunday around 4 pm. Scouts will be dropped off at their homes. Sign-up: Sign-up online or on sign up sheet will be at the troop meetings. No shows and cancellations after June 20th will be charged $35 We will be hiking and backpacking along the Superior hiking trail, all gear and food will be carried so pack accordingly. All activities will be outside, so be prepared! Devil Track River Trail Information The name of this river comes from the Objiwe. “Devil Track River” is badly mistranslated "Manido bimadagakowini zibi", meaning the ‘spirits (or God) walking-place-on-the-iceriver.’
Scouts should bring: This camp consists of hiking - it is VERY important that everyone has suitable clothes for hiking, which means NO COTTON! This could cause the boys great discomfort during the hiking. Scouts will have be outside all day. Rain gear 2 underwear - non cotton 2 pair shorts (at least 1 pr non cotton for hiking) 1 pair long pants - non cotton 2 shirts (at least 1 non cotton for hiking) 2 pair socks - non cotton Hiking boots Sweatshirt or lightweight jacket Closed toe shoes for in camp Sleeping clothes Lightweight Sleeping bag Small, compactable Pillow Lightweight Sleeping pad If you have any questions, ask us at the troop meeting, or call Eric Bergquist at (651)329-3270. (email: ebergquist@q.com) | Flashlight Pocketknife Mess kit, cup, knife, fork and spoon (plastic recommended) 2 Water bottles Backpack suitable for backpacking Smellables (personal hygiene): Toothbrush/toothpaste Soap and washcloth Sunscreen and bug spray Personal medication Wear Class A uniform with a Class B underneath for traveling Check the weather and pack accordingly. |
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