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This has been discussed before, but I received an email the other day from a Scouter in our area. This Scouter does not know me very well, nor does this Scouter know how our Troop runs, but none the less, this Scouter sent a nice email suggesting that we do not encourage the merit badge…
This week we talk about my pack and the small stuff in it. We brew up a nice cup of Starbucks Breakfast blend using the Snow Peak 700 pot and the Jet Boil Press. Thanks for watching these videos, I appreciate all the feedback and comments. Have a Great Scouting Day!
In Oregon, when you approach a trail head that is a well used and highly frequented trail, there are signs that alert you of types of plants and animals in the area. The signs remind you that you need to be prepared for the hike you are about to take.
Just a quick note here to introduce you to the new 52 to 16 page you will find it up on the top of the page next to the "home" tab. It is the page I am going to use to document the 52 weeks of shaving weight..
In my last Sunday Morning Coffee post I talked about a new segment I was going to start for this year. That was to document the shaving of the weight from my pack in order to go lighter and more comfortable on the trail.
Here is a review of Packit Gourmets meal, Dotties Chicken and Dumplings. I highly recommend it! Enjoy the review. Have a Great Scouting Day!
Tomorrow is the most important thing in life. Comes into us at midnight very clean. It's perfect when it arrives and it puts itself in our hands. It hopes we've learned something from yesterday."
One of the best parts of heading to the beach here in Oregon is walking through the ‘Mom and Pop' shops. Little art galleries, home-made crafts and unique items flavored for the coast. It doesnt matter if it's the beach or the mountain, Central Oregon, or the little town I live in, you are sure…
It's that time of the year when we all take a look back at our year and take stock in what we have learned, what we accomplished, and what we look forward to in the coming year. It is also that time of the year that all the "Lists" come out and WordPress sends us…
Hey everyone, this week we try out the Taster's Choice instant (singles). It turned out to be a good cup of coffee and the price can not be beat. We are introducing a new segment to the video and blog this week also..
A few weeks ago I showed my First Aid Kit while drinking coffee from the hammock. I have since received multiple emails asking for a break down of what is in my First Aid kit. Well.. here you go. Feel free to ask questions or leave a comment here on the blog.
Hey folks.. THIS IS AN UNSOLICITED Blog post about perhaps my favorite of the packaged "Just add water" meals. Packitgourmet.com makes some fantastic food for backpacking or for those of you that are getting ready for a zombie attack.. I suppose you can add this to your preper stock.
Yesterday all over sports talk radio they discussed the recent incident between Tim Tebow and his head coach. Now I don't know all the details as they never really got into it, but the jest of the matter is that for obvious reasons Tebow is not to happy about his role on the New York…
The wrapping paper is thrown all about, smiles on every face. Hope everyone got what they wanted or needed and the smell of Christmas cooking is filling the air. I wanted to take just a minute and share my Christmas wishes to you all.
Welcome back to the SMMPodcast. In this show we ask the question; "Is this the last show?" You tell me. We also discuss the tragic events in Connecticut and wonder what we can do to help. And of course… a Very Merry Christmas to one and all.
Well it's another Sunday and we made it past yet another Apocalypse.. So that means it's time for Coffee with Scoutmaster Jerry. This week we take a little trip to a local State Park and brew up a cup of coffee and chat about gear.
I got home from work to find an email in my ‘In Box' from a local Scoutmaster that I had a conversation with at Round table. We were talking about our annual plans and I told him that our Troop would be Shot Gun Shooting in January at the local Gun Club and camping at…
Monday night at after our Troop meeting a young Scout came to me with a very concerned look on his face. He asked if I had a minute and of course I said "sure". He hummed and hawed for a second and then said "I know this sounds silly, but… what do we do if…
This morning took a little walk in a local park on the Sandy River and had a great cup of coffee.. Enjoy this weeks Sunday Morning Coffee as we try our Starbucks Medium Breakfast Blend brewed up using a French Press.
*** EDIT NOTE: This post was scheduled for today (12-14-12). I contemplated "pulling it" in light of the tragic events that have shaken us in Connecticut. Our hearts go out to those families. The reason I did not "pull" this post is simply this..
I am not going to rehash the thoughts of my "Selfish" post as the entire world is aware of the tragedy in Connecticut today. My prayers are with those families that have been tragically devastated by this horrific event. My feelings are the same and I have no compassion for those that harm children in…
Monday night at our Troop meeting I gave the Scoutmaster minute as always. This weeks topic focused on not be selfish. It is so easy to be a selfish person in our world today. We tend to focus on what's in it for me and what ever is good for me is the direction we…
Well, it's Sunday, so I'm sharing another reader suggested coffee. This week it's the Folders Fresh Breaks Breakfast Blend. I found this coffee to be tasty and easy. It comes in the little single serving packets that do not take up space in the pack and the price is pretty good.
We've been talking a lot lately about reducing pack weight. I wish I would have come across this article before we went to Philmont this past summer. If you don't read another article today… Read this one. http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/philmont.html Great information and super tips on reducing pack weight. Have a Great Scouting Day!
In our last post we talked about getting weight down by looking at the pack you are carrying. That is an important part of the process of getting your base weight down.. so now lets talk about ways that you can shave weight on the stuff you put in side.
I have said it over and over, the older I get the lighter my pack has to get. The pack I carried out of base camp at Philmont was 55 lbs. That is the heaviest pack I have carried in a very long time.
Well, I think this is going to be a pretty regular segment on the blog. I am trying to do gear reviews also, and since I really like my coffee and am always in search of a good cup o' joe for the trail, this is a good way to talk about gear and have…
Today was our annual Scouting for Food Campaign. The Scouts of the Cascade Pacific Council canvassed neighborhoods and collected the much need food that will stock the shelves for distribution in our area. There is a great need and the Scouts today did their part to meet that need.
You know, some times things happen and then you look back at it and have an "Ah Ha" moment. In my last post I put in a Rockwell print to illustrate "Scouting"… Today as I looked at it again, I thought..
It is amazing how themes run together and I think I have said it before on the blog about how a subject seems to maintain a solid thread in life for a time. This week it seems that the subject of what we expect of our youth in so far as work ethic, values, and…
The other night we had a spirited conversation with our Troop committee about, among other things, youth leadership and keeping older Scouts engaged. One of the main ingredients of the Patrol method and effective youth leadership at the Troop level is that the youth run it.
Had an opportunity to get some gear hung out today, thought, I'd just get lazy and hang around in the hammock. Yep, this is my Sunday… Talking about gear and enjoying a good cup o' joe. Hey”¦ I'm looking for some real good coffee for the trail.
Reblogged from : The BSA's National Executive Board recently approved a recommendation to use the Scout Oath and Scout Law across all Scouting programs. While the changes will be phased in over the next several years, it's important that you understand the reasoning behind this effort, as well as the process we used to arrive at…
Been looking at ways to reduce weight and tweek gear to make it easier to set up and take down. One of my favorite sites is www.hammockforums.net . Hammock campers are by nature seeking lighter alternatives to common camping gear and tasks.
I wanted to take a minute and thank all of you before we get to far away from the Thanksgiving Holiday. I want to sincerely give thanks to all of the great readers of this blog. Thanks to the 557 folks that subscribe to the blog the 419 some odd folks that follow on Facebook…
First of all I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. Mine was fantastic. Spent the day at my Mom and Dad's house surrounded by my family and my sister and her family. It was a wonderful day and my Mom out did herself once again on that meal.
For those of you that have been to Wood Badge you understand the great training, the lasting friendships, and the spirit of Scouting that comes in every Wood Badge course. You get idea that every Scout deserves a trained leader and that in Wood Badge you are participating in the Advanced Leadership Course of the…
As you are fully aware by now, I like gear. I have had many discussions with parents of the Scouts in my Troop that my obsession with gear is rubbing off on their sons. Half jokingly I often reply that it's a good thing.
I was recently asked what I use when backpacking, or camping in general, for my cook kit. So here it is. It's real simple and it works extremely well. I am very happy with this set up having used many different cook kits, pots, pans, stoves etc.
Be prepared for what?" I always ask our Scouts.. "Anything" is the answer and they are correct. This last weekend, the Scouts of my Troop went camping out at one of our favorite Scout properties, Royce Finel on the Oregon Coast.
This year as we celebrate Veterans day I would only ask that you remember that veterans represent America. They come from every neighborhood, they come from every economic status, they come from every county and state. They are the sons and daughters of America.
I have no comment on the results of the election. I hope that everyone voted and did their civic duty. What I do think about the election and our election process is this. No matter who won there was a process that we the people agree is the best way to elect our leadership.
It's time for another SMMPodcast. In this show we discuss a topic that seems to be on many Scouters minds, Is Scouting still Relevant? Listen in as I share some of my thoughts on the issue. This show is brought to you by Badge Magic .
When I was a young boy, my family instilled in me the value of being helpful. By my parents example they showed us how to be of service to our community, to our church, and to our neighbors. They were active in social functions that typically came with a cause.
Yesterday I participated in a great Scouting Day. Our Annual Program and Training Conference was held yesterday at the Scouthridge high School. I am not sure how many Scouters participated, but there where many. I got the feeling that there were more than last year.
Today I received a comment on the blog about my last post. It seems that an Irish Scouter is a bit unclear as to my position and/or does not consistency in my opinion. He asked 4 questions and I thought..
OK. Everyone take a deep breath and step away from the ledge. There is way to much chatter about files being released and who is going to have to answer questions in the media etc. Relax. Once again, I have been poked and prodded to give my opinion on the subject and true to form…
One of my favorite things to do as a Scoutmaster is sit with a Scout and have a Scoutmaster Conference. It is not only a requirement for the Scout to advance, but a great opportunity to learn. I learn so much each time I sit down with a Scout and listen to them during the…
While I thought it was very cool to rappel from the 2nd tallest building in Portland this takes the cake. There has not been a lot of chatter about this incredible stunt in the Scouting world… but I think this is way to cool not to talk about.
Welcome back to the SMMPodcast, after a long break in the podcast we are back at it and talking Scouting. In this episode, we talk about Recruiting and Retention. It's about that time of the year to start thinking recharter and recruiting for the coming year.
