Advancement Weekend

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This weekend, our troop went to Big Dalton Wilderness Area for Advancement Weekend. There, older boys in the troop helped newer scouts learn basic scouting skills. Among these included how to use knives and fire safely, and they also learned how to identify signs of wildlife while on hikes and around the campsite. Once the day was nearly over, we had a campfire, filled with funny skits and hilarious jokes. Overall, everyone had a great time this weekend.

Left: Scouts ready to go the the campsite

Above: Loading up the trailer with gear that we will be bringing

Rushing to set up camp so we can all go to bed earlier.
Timbersharks patrol cooking breakfast for the troop
Leadership core teaches younger scouts on different topics, including knots, first aid, and knife safety

Mr. Marucci teaches the scouts how to sharpen their knives while also reiterating on knife safety

Benjamin teaches the scouts different methods to build and light a fire
Scouts practice building and lighting fires
The scouts prepare for the hike by checking their bags and finding the trail they will be taking

During the hike, scouts spotted several signs of wildlife, including tracks and burrows. They also came across poison oak.

Mathew and Jack grilling chicken dinner for the troop
The next day, we had a Scouts' Own service
Taking down camp, as it was time to head home