Golden Empire Council – Placer District – St. Joseph Marello Parish, Granite Bay, CA
I’ve been climbing mountains since my first trip up Rabbit Peak in the Anza Borrego Desert as a young Boy Scout, where I learned that a summit view is worth miles of discomfort and sweat. There have been many peaks since including Mt. Whitney several times, which at 14,494 feet is the tallest summit in …
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Backpacking is one of those great Scouting activities that takes you places few people are willing to go. With all of your personal gear on your back, you have the freedom to explore the world's wild places. Traveling safely, in comfort, requires training and experience however! Working on the Backpacking Merit Badge is a good start. …
The scouts of Troop 115 experienced the larger-than-normal flows in the American River, following a record-breaking snow year. Everyone had a fantastic time in the South Fork Gorge, thanks to the experienced guides with American Whitewater Expeditions. The only complaints were that, with the faster water, the trip was over too soon! Everyone agreed however, …
From the Scouting.org Safety pages: What is it? Wilderness First Aid (WFA) is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician and/or rapid transport is not readily available. A BSA-led task force has developed WFA doctrine and curriculum. You must be certified through …
It's time for Fall Family Camp and the fun of practicing your outdoor skills; fire building, camp tools, pioneering...and Webelos Castaway requirements. Come enjoy the fun, friendship, food and campfire program while sharing Troop 115 with visiting Webelos and their family! Date: November 5th - 6th, Webelos activities Saturday 8am to 9pm Location: Beal's Point, …
Boy Scout summer camp is a unique experience that all boys should have on their path toward manhood and independence. It's a safe environment to spread their wings away from the protective arms of mother, where dirt is acceptable and band aids a badge of honor. Scouts return home with greater confidence, having learned valuable …
One of the greater blessings for Troop 115 is our location and proximity to the American River, the second most-rafted stretch of waters in the United States. For this year's trip, we chose to join American Whitewater Expeditions on their South Fork, Lower Gorge Express trip, a good beginner run for brand new scouts. The …
In a digital world where young people enjoy escaping to virtual gaming environments, Boy Scouting provides an alternative for learning and experiencing hard skills that increase their self-confidence and independence. When snow starts to fly, scouts enjoy taking on the challenge of making snowshoes, a traditional woodcraft skill with roots tracing back to 4000 BC. Troop …
July 14 - July 29, 2017 Tour and Jamboree Dates WHAT IS THE NATIONAL JAMBOREE? The National Scout Jamboree is the premier event put on every four years by the Boy Scouts of America at the Summit Bechtel National Scout Reserve in West Virginia, National Scout Jamboree Overview. Over 40,000 Scouts and Scouters attended the …
When the temperature drops, fair-weather campers pass on opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the wilderness. Boy Scouts however, practice their motto to "Be Prepared" and plan accordingly for a safe, enjoyable experience. Here are some helpful tips for cold weather comfort. Pre-Trip Planning As with all outings, plan ahead to ensure you have the gear and supplies necessary …
