Lessons from Jamaamaw!

This week, we had to earn our Totin' Chips for safety using knives, saws and all other sort of cutting implements. Information about this can be found here: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/BoyScouts/AdvancementandAwards/MeritBadges/totin.aspx
Our ScoutMaster Nina is a true veteran of such things. Nina has lived the experiences that she is teaching these boys, and it shows.
These boys impress me, ya know, and they worked hard to earn their reward. Nina even gave them a test, which you will see a photo that will make you giggle about that~

Here's that promised photo:


Think she made an impression?

This weekend we will head to our first campout as Boy Scouts. Look out Avondale, here we come~
Boys, here is a list of things that would be helpful to bring to camp:

TO bring:
Class A uniform (boy scout shirt and appropriate pants)
Class B uniform (troop 602 shirt, olive drab shorts)
an extra set of clothes
Mess Kit
Personal shower kit
swimsuit and water shoes
towel
pocket knife and Totin' chip
Firem'n chit
tent, rainfly and tarp included
sleeping bag
flashlight
chair
bug spray
sunscreen
baby wipes
compass
snacks of your choice, drinks of your choice
a scouting attitude
an open mind and heart

NOT to bring:
electronic devices
an unwilling attitude
soda of any sort

Now to the reason Mimi and Vati read this, the photos!!

Hunter listening to his mom, as she explained the whos and whys....


My Maxito, getting extra help...


He might be new, but he's got it~~



My Gabe, now he can't hide when it's wood
chopping time this fall~~



And...looks like Brenden is to be invited for
the wood chopping party as well!!



When she speaks, They listen~~


and...I'd like for you all to greet the newest member of our Troop. This is Tony. Tony came with our shirts, notice we are all OFFICIAL now~~~ Well, Tony will be traveling with us and making guest appearances on our blog. Class B made our shirts, and I have to say, it's probably the best customer service I have ever encountered. Thank you all at Class B!