Troop
94 will go on a camping trip once a month if possible. The Troop will
camp under its own registered leadership, always using the "two-deep"
adult leadership policy of the BSA.
Troop 94 will always use tents designed for two boys, because larger tents cannot be backpacked. This will allow us to go on "high adventure" camping trips. All camping trips will be planned as if backpacking trips.
Scouts will cook by patrol on all camping trips unless given other instructions by the Senior Patrol Leader and Scoutmaster. Cooking by patrol helps strengthen the patrol and teaches teamwork.
Scouts learn not only how to do things for themselves, but also how much they can do. Troop 94's camping emphasis is on adventure rather than convenience. Scout camping demands skill and know-how.
Use of gas stoves and lanterns are restricted to adults and to scouts who have individually demonstrated their ability to use them, and have special permission from the Scoutmaster.
We will leave nothing behind anywhere. We will bury no garbage or trash. Combustible material may be burned if local regulations permit; otherwise, it is carried back home along with cans, bottles, and foil; or deposited in trash receptacles if available.
Our Scout uniforms will always be worn both to and from the campsite, letting everyone know we are a Scout Troop.
Parents are welcome on Troop 94 camping trips as long as they agree to abide by the same rules as the scouts, and have first consulted with the Scoutmaster. Parents will prepare meals and camp where assigned by the Senior Patrol Leader. You are along as an observer and, if asked, a helper.
Misconduct on a Troop camping trip will not be tolerated and may result in cancellation of the rest of the camping trip. This applies to ALL who are participating on a Troop camping trip. The in all matters concerning Troop camping policy while on a camping trip.
Each Scout, in order to participate in a specific trip, MUST have a permission slip for that activity signed by a parent or guardian, and turned in at the regular Scout meeting preceding that activity.
On campouts, the troop furnishes two man tents. No cots are allowed in the nylon tents because they damage the floors of the tents and there is not enough space for two if a cot is used. Patrol boxes containing cooking gear are also provided. Each scout will accept responsibility for the care of troop equipment and is expected to repair or replace damaged troop equipment.
