Advancement completion, including 5-mile hike
| Destination: | Umstead Park (park details, weather forecast) |
| Departing: | Parents: drop your Scout off at Umstead Park on Friday, 8-May between 4pm-4:30pm, in the Family Camp area off the US 70/Glenwood Ave. entrance |
| Returning: | Parents: pick your Scout up on Saturday, 9-May at 6pm |
| Activities: | Orienteering, 5-mile hike |
| Cost: | $25 plus the proportional cost of groceries |
Pre-Trip Checklist
In preparation for this trip, please follow this checklist:
- Confirm your attendance with the Scoutmasters
- Complete, with your parent or guardian, an emergency medical treatment form, if you have not completed one or if your current one is more than one year old
- Have your parent or guardian sign the permission slip
- No later than 27-April-2009, turn in your emergency medical treatment form (if applicable), signed permission slip, and the activity fee
Check the library for helpful planning information!
Details
- Pack your gear for a 3-day trip, including all essential items (flash light, first aid kit, water, compass, etc) and weather appropriate clothes.
- Pack all items in a duffle bag or framed backpack, suitable for carrying up to 1 mile.
- Make sure to bring your Scout manual and any materials you need for rank advancement. For example, if you need to demonstrate water rescue skills for advancement, bring swimming trunks and a towel or if you're demonstrating orienteering, bring your compass.
- Check the library for more helpful planning information!