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Scout Troop Meeting & Outings Schedule

May 2010

5/1-3/10 Spring Camporee - Pouch

5/3/2010 Scout Meeting - 7:00 pm

5/9/2010 Flower planting at IHM Church 10am-2pm.

5/10/2010 Summer Camp - Early Bird Deadline

5/11/2010 Roundtable - Windsor Terr. - 7:30 pm

5/14-15/10 OA Ordeal Weekend - Keowa

5/22/2010 Visit to Lefferts House - meet at IHM School at 8:00am.

5/31/2010 Memorial Day Parade - Honor Our Veterans

June 2010

6/2/2010 OA - End of Year Spaghetti Dinner

What to Pack for a Group Camping Trip

Before packing, check the weather forecast for the area where you will be. Make sure all items are labeled with your child's name. Make sure your child can identify his/her pack and knows what is in it! Note: this list was created as a checklist in order to not forget anything so it is all-inclusive. You don't necessarily need every item, every trip. Use your own best judgment and remember to check the weather forecast.

Essential Gear

Flashlight (good quality) Optional: headlamp flashlight
Extra batteries for all battery-powered equipment (in a ziplock bag)
Sleeping bag/bedroll Optional: waterproof pad in case of night accidents
Mess kit (bowl/plate, cup/mug, fork, knife, spoon)
Water bottle - suitable for carrying on a hike (such as a Nalgene or sport water bottle)
Pocket/utility knife (folding or w/sheath) IF activities require it - check with scoutmaster or trip leader
Scout handbook (if needed for activities)

Personal Items & Washup Kit

Toothbrush & toothpaste
Soap (all-purpose, biodegradeable)
Lip balm
"Croakies" for glasses
Toilet paper
Tissues
Sunglasses
Bug repellent (if temps above 40F)
Sunscreen (in summer)
Towel
Any prescription medications (in a ziplock bag)

Clothing

Don't forget to label all items! Pack items that can be worn in layers to adapt to varying temperatures. Plan on one of each item per day, with at least one extra set in case clothing gets wet. (Don't plan to change clothing just because it gets dirty - dirt is part of camping!) For example, for a trip leaving Friday evening and returning Sunday, pack 3-4 pairs of socks and underwear, 3 pants/shorts, 3 shirts/tees, 1 pajamas (2 in case of night accidents), 1 jacket. It's a good idea to pack items in plastic bags, or pack a few extra plastic bags to pack dirty/damp items for the return trip.

Year-round:

Pajamas
Underwear
Socks (1 pair per day +extras)
Sweatshirt or fleece
Long-sleeved shirt(s) - at least one long-sleeved shirt or light jacket even in summer, in case of buggy evenings
Long pant(s) - at least one even in summer in case of buggy evenings
Rain gear — hooded jacket or poncho

Additional Summer Items:

Shorts
Swimsuit
T-shirts
Baseball cap or sun hat
Optional: flip-flops or water shoes

Additional Winter Items :

Warm, waterproof boots
Warm, waterproof coat
Mittens/gloves & spares
Hat/ski mask
Thermals/long underwear
Optional: Sweatpants or fleece pants
Snow pants

Optional

Binoculars (not expensive/easily breakable)
Field guide books
Magnifying glass (not expensive/easily breakable)
Compass (not expensive/easily breakable)
Small notebook/sketchbook & pencil
Camera, film (preferably single-use camera in a ziplock bag)
Day pack (small backpack) for hikes

Where to Shop for Scout Gear

In Brooklyn:

TRIANGLE SPORTS on the corner of Flatbush and 5th Avenue has all the basic Scout gear you will need, including uniforms, handbooks, and Pinewood Derby kits. 182 Flatbush Ave Brooklyn, NY 11217 (718) 638-5300

In Manhattan:

EMPIRE SCOUT SHOP - open Monday through Saturday at the Empire State Building in New York City 350 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, New York Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday - 9:00am to 6:00pm Thursday - 9:00am to 7:00pm Friday - 9:00am to 5:00pm Saturday - 9:00am to 2:00pm Phone: 212-651-3090 Fax: 212-651-2458

In Staten Island:

STATEN ISLAND SCOUT SHOP - open Tuesday through Sunday at Pouch Scout Camp 1465 Manor Road, Staten Island, New York Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - 9:00am to 5:00pm Friday - 11:00am to 7:00pm Saturday - 9:00am to 5:00pm Sunday - 9:00am to 2:00pm Phone: 718-351-5654 Fax: 718-980-9767

Shop Online:

The Greater New York Councils has an online Scout Shop. The BSA Official Catalog is at Scoutstuff.org

Boy Scout Promise & Law

The Boy Scout Promise

On my honor I will do my best To do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; To help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.

The Boy Scout Motto

"Be Prepared."

The Boy Scout Slogan

"Do a Good Turn Daily."

The Boy Scout Law

A Boy Scout is: Trustworthy: A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of conduct. People can depend on him. Loyal:

Scout Camps

The Greater New York Council's camp facilities are the places that Cub Pack 187 may go for weekend Scout Activity Days or overnight camp-outs. Click the camp name to go to the camp's website.