After 2 school meetings which mostly consisted of the beginning of year housekeeping it was time to get out on our first fun adventure. Our new Scout Troop got out of the school this week to visit our local Scout Camp for an evening of archery and fun games around the campfire. The weather was perfect as the Scouts took aim for a few rounds of archery before heading back to one of the many campfire rings. There was a lot of fun and laughter as our group of young women and men played fun team building games around the...
During Earth Hour people are encouraged to power down all their lights and electronics between 8;30pm and 9:30pm, so what better way to celebrate Earth Hour than to attend a large Scouts Campfire. The Central Escarpment Council of Scouts Canada (CEC) along with the staff at Blue Springs Scout Reserve held a huge campfire for all who wished to attend, and attend they did. The event even attracted those from outside our council with groups from The Greater Toronto Council, Yellow Briar and Shining Waters council coming out to enjoy an evening of silly songs and the glow of the...
Rounding out our discussion of camping gear this post will focus on some of the smaller, but important things to bring which will help ensure that your youth has a fun and exciting outdoor adventure. One of the most important pieces of gear that your child will need while out on a camp or a hike is their whistle. This is mandatory safety equipment that the youth wear from the moment the camp or hike begins to the end. We teach the kids right from Beaver Scouts that if they get lost they “Hug a Tree” and blow their whistles...
