Scout2Eagle: Gaither's Gathering
5 Minute blogs with tips on camping, the outdoors, and Scout Advancement.
1- These blogs. These Sit. Reps. are written primarily for Scouts and Scout Leaders. I also try to make the information useful to anyone that is beginning or refreshing their camping and outdoor skills. At best I consider myself an Outdoors Person. I am not a good hunter or fisherman. But I love going camping, … Read more
1- A few thoughts about Outdoor Ethics: Plan. A well thought out plan will help you minimize your environmental impact. Such as – travel / hike / visit during non-peak periods… Planning involves knowing any and all special considerations such as: Tour Permits, Fees, Max. Group Size, Latrine Usage, Designated Camp sites… Plan for bad … Read more
1- Where to camp? The basic answer, that Scouts follow, is where you make the least impact on the environment, wildlife, and fellow campers. Most State & Federal parks (and private campgrounds) have specific campsites that you MUST use. In wilderness areas these are some of my considerations when selecting an area to set up … Read more
1- Maybe it is the Winter Solstice or maybe it is just because it is cold outside. Most of the time when I think about HEAT I think about cooking or the thermostat for the house. So I want to take a few moments to look at heat energy from a in depth point of … Read more