Scout2Eagle: Gaither's Gathering
5 Minute blogs with tips on camping, the outdoors, and Scout Advancement.
This site is going dormant. The feedback that I was getting is that the name is not indicative enough of what and who I was trying to do it for. SO! Scout2Eagle.com was born. It should look very familiar with all of the posts that are here. BUT: You have to sign up again to … Read more
1- If you rest and sleep well, that gives everyone a better outlook as well as feeling good. Your sleep system is the key. Camping Pillow: Brand new they run from 10 to 20$. Personally I have spent many a good night with my jacket rolled up inside out at no $$$ out of pocket. … Read more
1- Here is some data that I looked up in the BSA / Merit Badge requirements. When you get your Ham Radio License, you have earned partials and knowledge to help pass off about 25 Merit badges! Y: I want to sing a solo after dinner. Z: OK with me. But solo that I can’t … Read more
1- I believe the 2nd most important item to consider purchasing is your backpack. This is easier than buying boots. It still must, Must, MUST fit you and be comfortable. As a Scout that is in the middle of physically growing; look for a pack that can adjust to your projected size as well as … Read more
1- Cycling, Biking, Bike Riding – well no matter what you call it you can pass off Cycling Merit Badge and have some fun. There are many similarities to hiking and backpacking. Review the two checklists called Pocket Stuff and and a Day Hike List. These are both in Google Docs and are downloadable. … Read more
1- Hiking is hard on your feet compared to an average school or work day. You will usually cover many more miles through rougher terrain. If you are backpacking; then your feet and legs are carrying more weight than normal. I coach beginning backpackers to concentrate their first purchases on shoes and socks. Ask your … Read more
1- Listen. Name all the sounds that you hear. Listen in the dead of night. Listen on a camping trip when no one is talking or moving. Listen to the weather. Listen to the wildlife. Listen for what is missing. Listen with your eyes to see what or who is making the noise. Listen without … Read more
1- Your body uses and looses water every moment of your life. Our bodies loose water thru breathing, sweating, urinating, and defecating. Also through blood loss and female menstrual cycles. Not to mention injuries. Heat and cold exposure, high altitude, flying, burns, illness and increased activity cause your body to need more water than normal. … Read more
1- The term “moon” is by definition: A natural satellite about a heavenly body. But Earth’s moon is also called The Moon or Luna. Currently there are over 200 known moons in our solar system. Most orbit planets but some orbit asteroids. Of the 4 moons that are bigger than our Moon, 3 orbit Jupiter. … Read more
1- Have you ever noticed how many Merit Badges (MB) have a Partial Requirement for First Aid? So once you pass your First Aid Merit Badge you have knowledge that will help you pass many more merit badges. Amateur Radio has knowledge and requirements that crosses over into multiple Merit Badges above & beyond Radio MB. … Read more