Camping

Explain common camping hazards and how to anticipate, prevent, mitigate, and respond to them.

Explain why monitoring weather is important before and during campouts and how to prepare for bad weather.

Explain and demonstrate first aid and prevention for common camping injuries and illnesses.

• Cold- and heat-related conditions
• Dehydration and altitude sickness
• Insect stings, tick bites, and snakebite
• Blisters and hyperventilation

Explain the Leave No Trace Seven Principles and the Outdoor Code, then write a personal and group plan to apply them on a campout.

Create a written plan for an overnight campout and show how to reach the campsite using a map and compass, GPS, or smartphone app.

Create a duty roster for an overnight campout and help a younger patrol or unit prepare for their campout.

Prepare clothing, footwear, and outdoor essentials for warm and cold weather and present your packed gear for inspection.

With another Saint, pitch a tent and select a proper campsite.

Demonstrate water treatment, camp sanitation practices, and safe food storage.

Plan and cook meals on a campout using appropriate stoves, demonstrating safe fuel handling and cleanup.

Participate in at least 20 nights of outdoor camping and complete at least two qualifying outdoor adventure activities with proper supervision.

Participate in a conservation or service project during a camping experience.

Discuss how camping has taught you about health, safety, conservation, citizenship, and personal responsibility.