Rugby

Tuesday, August 14th, 2018

See: Rubgy Photo Album

Rank Advancement Reports

See: Rank Advancement Reports

Court of Honor

Sunday, Sugust 12th, 2018

See: Court of Honor Photo Album

Compass Course

Thursday, August 9th, 2018

Photo Album: Compass Course - August 2018

Jordan River Hike Photos

Photo Album: River Walk 5 Mile Hike - August 2018

Jordan River Parkway Trail

Jordan River Parkway Trail

Jordan River Parkway Trail.  For 2nd class requirement, we are going to hike for 5 miles along the Jordan River Parkway trail.  We will start at 90th South, hike south till 106th south, and return.  It should take approximately 1.5 - 2 hours to complete.

Elevation Profile

2nd Class Requirements:

• 3a. Demonstrate how a compass works and how to orient a map. Use a map to point out and tell the meaning of five map symbols.
• 3b. Using a compass and map together, take a 5-mile hike (or 10 miles by bike) approved by your adult leader and your parent or guardian.
• 3c. Describe some hazards or injuries that you might encounter on your hike and what you can do to help prevent them.
• 3d. Demonstrate how to find directions during the day and at night without using a compass or an electronic device. 
• 4. Identify or show evidence of at least 10 kinds of wild animals (such as birds, mammals, reptiles, fish, or mollusks) found in your local area or camping location. You may show evidence by tracks, signs, or photographs you have taken. 

Magna Farm Activity

Magna Farm YM/YW Activity, July 31, 2018

For a few additional photos: Photo Album

Completed Merit Badges

Camp Steiner finally posted the list of completed Merit Badges.  I have made a few notes, and need to confirm a few requirement with each scout.

Webelos Day Camp Photos

Webelos Day Camp - Friday, July 13th - Saturday, July 14th


See Webelos Day Camp Photo album.

Lost and Found

Several items left over from our Camp Steiner campout.  Please let us know if any of these items are yours.  (click on the image for a larger version)

Camp Photos

See Camp Steiner, July 2018 Photo Album

Climbing Permission Form

The leaders guide says that to climb the scouts will need a signed BSA #680-673 Parental/Guardian Informed Consent Agreement. Please list "Climbing" in the activity section.

Update: fixed link

Camp Meal Plan

Hi Parents,

Here is the tentative meal plan for Camp Steiner.  If your scout will not eat what is being served, we will have PB&J available for them to make a sandwich with.  If there is dietary restrictions, they are welcome to bring a suitable meal instead.

The items in yellow are tentative, and will be updated as soon as we finish shopping for food on Friday/Saturday.  For last minute changes, please see the update live meal plan.

Camp Steiner Update - July 1st

July 1st, 2018
Hi Parents,


Camp Steiner is next week: Monday, July 9th - Saturday, July 14th!

Remember, our troop calendar, packing lists, camp information and updates, can all be found online here: http://1410.stepstrong.org/


1. I have posted a summary Camp Steiner related pages.  This has links to the packing list, camp schedule, and your scout's merit badge class schedule.

2. If you have not already done so, please get your scout's Annual Medical Release Form completed (you will need a doctor/pediatrician to complete section C).  This is absolutely required before they will let your scout into camp.

3. For our Troop's records, please also fill out the standard Permission Form.

4. Please remember to turn in your $50 Camp Fee towards your scout's registration fees.

5. If your scout missed the Swim Check, was unable to complete it, please practice and schedule your own swim check with one of the local pools.

6. We are in need of some firewood.  If you have some available, that you would be willing to donate to the troop, please let us know.

7. The packing list has been posted.

8. There are several edits to the Merit Badge class schedule, but as online registration has closed, we were told we will have to try and make those updates at camp.

9. Please get your packed bag over to brother Burgener's home (scoutmaster) Sunday afternoon, so we can get it packed in the trailer.

10. We will be meeting at brother Burgener's home (scoutmaster) Monday morning at 8am, and leaving shortly after.  (Monday, July 9th)

11. Please bring your own sack lunch for Monday, July 9th.  We will be driving and setting up camp during lunch time.

Troop Shirt

Proper care and feeding of your troop shirt: the shirts were already laundered to allow placing the iron on logos, so they should not need laundering before camp.

Important: after camp, the first time, or two, you wash the shirt, turn it inside out, to preserve the life of the logo, and firmly set it.  Also, in future washes, continued turning the shirt inside out afterwards will also help preserve the life of the logo.

After the first wash, if the logo begins to peel, place parchment paper over and heat with a fully hot iron for 15 seconds, twice.  Wait till it fully cools before trying to peel the parchment paper away.

Principles and Guidelines for Scouting through 2019

Principles and Guidelines for Boy Scout and Cub Scout Units until December 31, 2019

On December 31, 2019, the Church will officially stop sponsoring Scouting units. Until that time, leaders should, under the direction of the bishopric, continue to use the Boy Scout and Cub Scout programs to help support the purposes of the Aaronic Priesthood and Primary (see Handbook 2: Administering the Church [2010], 8.1.3, 11.1). The following principles and guidelines can help.

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Principles (see also http://aptraining.lds.org)

• Purposes of activities: Activities should “fulfill gospel-centered purposes” ( Handbook 2, 13.1). They should help boys and young men build relationships, give service, have fun, learn practical skills, build confidence, and prepare for their divine roles. They are more likely to learn these lessons from experiences rather than classroom settings.
• Balance: Activities should provide a balance of opportunities to develop spiritually, socially, physically, and intellectually (see Luke 2:52; Handbook 2, 8.13.1; 13.2.6).
• Planning: Activities for young men should be planned in advance and executed by Aaronic Priesthood quorum and troop leaders, with support from adult advisers (see Handbook 2, 8.13). Activities for boys should be planned and executed by Primary and Cub leaders.

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Guidelines

• Continue to register young men and boys ages 8–13 and adult leaders with the Boy Scouts of America (BSA).
• Consult with parents of boys and young men to determine how to best support their goals in Scouting.
• Use Scouting resources—such as merit badges, boards of review, and courts of honor—to accomplish the purposes of Church activities as described above

Camp Schedule

Camp Schedule.  Click on image for larger version.

Camp Steiner Update - June 24

Camp Steiner Update - June 24

Hi Parents,

Camp Steiner is just around the corner, in just 2 weeks.  A few final reminders:

1. Updates, such as packing lists, are being posted to http://1410.stepstrong.org/

2. Please make sure to schedule a physical for your scout, and complete the Annual Health and Medical Record form (Sections A, B and especially C).

3. We have a Swim Check scheduled for this Tuesday, during scouts.  Have your scouts bring a swimsuit and towel.  If your scout is unable to attend this, please separately schedule a swim check with one of the local pools.

3. Packing list can be found here: http://1410.stepstrong.org/2018/06/packing-list-camp-steiner.html

4. If you have not already done so, please remember to turn in your $50 contribution, for the summer camp.

Packing List - Camp Steiner

Packing List for Camp Steiner 2018

Printable Version


Bring your packed bags to Scoutmaster Brother Burgener’s home Sunday, July 8th

        Please write your name on everything!

Sunscreen:

• Please teach/explain to your scouts how to properly apply sunscreen on themselves.  The leaders won’t be able to apply the sunscreen to the scouts.

Forms:

• Annual Health and Medical Form (completed sections A, B and especially C)
• Permission Form

Toiletries:

• Please reemphasize the importance of showering to your scouts - it keeps them healthy and keeps us sane
• Toothbrush and Toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Shower items (soap, shampoo, comb, etc)
• Cheap Sandals for showering (helps avoids foot infections in public showers)
• Medicines

Clothes:

• Class A Uniform - for flag ceremonies
• Class B Uniform (activity shirt) - for general camp use (wear Monday for the ride up so we all match)
• There are 6 days of camp and 5 nights.  Prepare clothes appropriately.
• Prepare for hot days (light loose clothing)
• Prepare for mildly cold nights (maybe a light jacket or light sweatshirt)
• Prepare for rain (rain poncho)
• Prepare for insects/mosquitoes (insect repellent, lightweight long shirts and lightweight long pants)
• Hat

Sunscreen:

• The long term benefits of sunscreen have been proved by scientists

Sleeping:

• Sleeping Bag
• Sleeping Pad
• Pillow
• The scouts are welcome to sleep in the large shared troop cabin tent
• OR Bring a tent and pick a tent buddy.  The scout should pair up with another boy(s) and share tents where possible to conserve space, and reduce the number of tents needed.

Swimming Stuff

• Swimsuit and Towel (if you want to do any of the lake activities)
• Sandals or water shoes
• Sunscreen

Merit Badges:

• Notebook
• Pen / Pencil
• Any prerequisites to show counselor

Protection:

• Bug Spray / Mosquito Repellent
• Sunscreen  (did you notice it is listed 4 times - very important)

Food:

• Lunch for Monday, as we will be driving up to camp
• Any snacks you wish to have.  Must be stored in a sealable container, and stored in the trailer at night.

Optional:

• Camp chair
• Cash - if the scouts wish to buy something from the camp store.  Should not be excessive, as some will not be bringing cash to spend.
• Leave electronics at home.  If you want something for during down time, bring something small like a frisbee, book, card game, or dice game.

Swim Check

We will be doing our Swim Check, for Camp Steiner, this Tuesday, during scouts.  Bring a swimsuit and a towel.

If your scout is unable to attend this Tuesday, you will need to schedule a swim check separately.  The local pools all seem to have life guards certified to administer the swim check.  Cost is roughly $2.

"SWIM CHECK: Swim checks can be done either at camp or prior to arrival. If done prior to arrival at camp, the swimming test must be administered and signed by a certified lifeguard. Once at camp, you will also be required to take a cold water check before being allowed to participate in any Aquatics activities. Come prepared with the form filled out and signed by the appropriate individuals."

"The swim tests should be renewed annually, preferably at the beginning of each outdoor season." (ref)

SWIM CHECK

"Every person who will swim, canoe, or row at camp must complete a swim check. As this can create a bottle neck at the waterfront on Monday mornings, we allow units to complete the swim check prior to camp. 

The swim classification test done prior to camp should be conducted by one of the following council-approved resource people: Aquatics Instructor, BSA; BSA Lifeguard; certified lifeguard; swimming instructor; or swim coach. A record of those boys who completed the swim check (and their corresponding ability level) should be recorded at that time on the form provided in this packet. The record should then be submitted to the camp Aquatics Director. Following a cold water check, a buddy tag will be issued for use at camp. 

Special note: Although swim tests may be conducted prior to summer camp, the Aquatics Director will review or retest any Scout whose skills appear to be inconsistent with his classification. Additionally, the Aquatics Director will retest any Scout or group of Scouts when he is reasonably concerned that pre-camp swim tests were not properly administered. 

Please adhere strictly to the test criteria. Remember that Scout Lake is a small, cold, high-altitude lake. Boys need to have good swimming skills."

BSA Swim Check

Jump feet first into water over your head in depth, swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be swum continuously and include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating.

Swimmer Rating: Completes the entire test.
Beginner Rating: Completes at least 25 feet, and one sharp turn.
Non-swimmer: Does not complete at least 25 feet. No test required.

COLD WATER CHECK

"Cold water check involves a short swim to asses the scouts’ ability to swim in cold water. This check is shorter than a regular swim check but does require the scout to demonstrate good swimming ability in cold water."

References:

• Swimming Merit Badge
• Camp Steiner Leader's Guide