by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Camping Badge, Camping Basics, Outdoor Cooking
We practice two ways of cleaning dishes: Method 1: Washline A washline setup with three stations/water bins - warm/hot soapy water, hot clear water, cold water with a cap of bleach. NEVER submerge your dirty dishes in the first bin. ALWAYS wipe with paper towel or...
by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Camping Badge, Outdoor Cooking
The first thing to keep in mind when planning your campsite, food prep, and overnight food storage, you should consider the "Bear"-muda triangle The Bear-Muda Triangle Your bag is 100 ft and downwind of your sleeping area. Your kitchen area should also be 100 ft (60...
by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Camping Badge, Outdoor Cooking
Campfire Alternatives On any outdoor adventure, a source of heat for emergencies is required. You should always be prepared to start a fire in a survival situation. But, a backpacking stove is a great alternate source of heat from the campfire. Stoves have many...
by brian | Aug 14, 2019 | Ropework
Req. Sub. Description: Trail Life Handbook (First Printing) Trail Life Handbook (Second Printing) Resource: 1. Explain how being a good steward and observing the low impact camping method applies to Ropework. 2. Whipping and fusing: a. Demonstrate whipping the ends...
by brian | Aug 13, 2019 | Outdoor Cooking
Req. Sub. Description: Trail Life HandBook (First Printing) Trail Life HandBook (Second Printing) Resource: 1. Explain how being a good steward and observing the low impact camping method applies to outdoor cooking. pp. 139-142: Low Impact Camping pg. 163:...
