Troop 386 Cross Post

A site for cross-posting to troop386.org

    The campout this past weekend was a lot of fun.(Even though our campsite didn't look like it had been moed in forever). On Saturday we did a lot of different and fun activities on Jamboree Hill, there was first aid, water testing, shelter building, fire making, geo caching, etc. Each troop had to to do a service project around thier campsite. Ours was picking up a lot of brush and cutting down a tree to clear a path so the cars could turn around on the road. we also had OA call out for all of the boys who have showed great camping experience. If you did not get a chance to come, you really missed out. hoe I get to see you at the next one.(Pictures of the campout are down below).

    From: Matt Piatt

Backpacking at Robber's Cave

November Robber’s Cave Backpacking Adventure

Troop 386 ventured to Robber’s Cave State Park for our November campout. After spending the morning exploring caves, and climbing rocks, the scouts hit the trail for an overnight backpacking adventure.

Carter R. cooks tasty bacon for breakfast.

Saturday morning, the troop prepares their packs.

Proper pack loading is essential for a successful backpacking experience.

Saturday afternoon, Troop 386 begins the Robber’s Cave trek.

Zane R trail master!

Tyler at the end of the trail

, Sunday morning.

Veteran's Day Event a Success!

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Freedom is never free. Thank a veteran today for risking all for us. Last night, Darren, Daniel, Aaron and Brenner opened up the Veteran's Day Event with a sharp flag ceremony. About a hundred spectators were present for this patriotic ceremony. Our troop was well represented with about fwenty present.

The most touching part of the ceremony was the reading of the names of 102 heroes from Oklahoma. I couldn't keep from thinking about the life events they'll never have - birthdays, marriage, birth of children and a million other little events. They have indeed sacrificed all for us.

Thank a veteran today!

Fall Break Backpacking

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Darren, Stephen, Lior, our adults, and I just arrived back from our fall-break backpacking trip along the Buffalo River in Arkansas. Everyone had a fun time as we were on the trail for three days, hiking over 20 miles. On this trip, we were able to explore a 440-foot tall bluff and a 290-foot tall waterfall. On our trip, we also spotted several elk, deer, snakes, and a bald eagle. Check out all of our pictures on our photo page. Don’t miss next year’s trip!

                Scott Davey

Philmont 2013

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As you know, Philmont is the BSA’s premier high adventure base.  We are lucky enough to have a trek all to ourselves.  Even better, the troop from Houston that we are working with looks like they will have enough empty spots in one of their other crews to accommodate our overflow.  I’ll pass along more information as it becomes available.

Located in the Sangre de Christo Mountains of northern New Mexico, Philmont covers an area of 214 square miles.  There are thirty four staffed camps and 55 trail camps operated by the ranch. The rugged mountains in the area range from 6,500 to 12,441 feet in altitude.  Wildlife is abundant in the area with deer, elk, antelope, coyote and black bear commonly seen.

Each trek is ten days on the trail and covers from 51 to 106 miles.  Activities along the way are based on the camps that you visit on your itinerary. 

The beauty of Philmont is only part of its allure.  Nearly a million scouts have hiked the trails of Philmont since it opened in 1939.  All agree that there is something almost magical about the place and the experience of completing a trek there.

Webelos Woods

      Last weekend was Webelos Woods at Camp John Nichols. The Webelos had a bunch of fun on our monkey bridge, and building structures with Tinker Toys. We had a different cooking experience of cooking on a gravel road. We couldn't cook less than five feet away from any vegetation. We also were entertained by the singing  and ukulele and guitar playing by the Raines family. Thanks Webelos for a great weekend!!!  
Posted by Matt Harger

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Scoutmaster's Corner

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Welcome to the Scoutmaster’s Corner.  It is my pleasure to share some of my insight about Boy Scouts and about life issues in general with you. As scouts, we believe in some things that aren’t so popular these days.  Where others might “look out for number one,” a scout is looking for chances to help others.  A scout takes seriously his duty to God and country, to others, and finally to self. The twelve points of the scout law should make the cornerstone for how we live our lives.  Trustworthy, loyal, helpful, .  .  . and reverent. These we live by 24/7.