Wash Buckets
This is the hot bucket and is also the second step of the cleaning process.
What is the rinse bucket/bucket #2?
This evenly divides and outlines the jobs for everyone in the patrol going on the campout.
What is the duty roster?
A division within the troop designed to promote rank advancement and Scouting spirit.
What is a patrol?
Clean it and put it away.
What should every patrol do immediately after they finish using a dutch oven?
1 point in the patrol competition
How much will be awarded to either patrol doing any of these things correctly on a campout without being asked or reminded?
First the soap bucket, then the rinse bucket, and finally the bleach bucket.
What is the order for washing things?
Names and duties for every meal.
What should be on the duty roster?
A friendly competition to strengthen troop bonds.
What is patrol competition?
Scrape off the remaining and burnt on food.
What is the first step to cleaning the dutch ovens?
30-45 minutes before anyone starts cooking.
When should wash buckets be started?
This bucket should be completely clear by the end of the meal.
What is the bleach bucket/bucket #3?
They should be done without argument.
How are the duties on the duty roster supposed to be performed?
The patrol leader reports the most recent action of the PLC and then discusses with their patrol members what they need for merit badges or ranks. Also ideas for campouts and patrol or troop activities should be discussed.
What should a normal patrol meeting look like?
Wipe off any remaining grease and food crumbs.
What is the second step to cleaning the dutch ovens?
The troop creates patrols that bond together and strengthen scouting and troop spirit.
What is the patrol method?
Warm, hot, cool.
What is the temperature of the three buckets in order?
Cooking, cleaning, wash buckets, getting water, and flags.
What are the duties on the duty roster?
The patrol leader reports the needs of his patrol to the PLC and then the PLC plans meeting and activities in order to fulfill those needs.
Why the patrol method helps to advance and strengthen the troop?
Use a little bit of vegetable oil and a paper towel to season the insides of the dutch oven.
What is the third step to cleaning the dutch ovens?
Latrines, gathering firewood, and picking up trash.
What are some extra duties that can be added to the duty roster?
Some of the hot water is poured into this bucket to make it warm and prepare it for use.
What is the soap bucket/bucket #1?
On the night of grub planning.
When should the duty roster be made?
Reporting the actions of PLC to the patrols, reporting the patrols needs to PLC, and keeping patrol meeting in line.
What are the duties of the patrol leader?
While it is still warm or hot.
When should the dutch ovens be cleaned?
Yes, using a liner or foil does not exempt you from cleaning the dutch oven.
Do you still have to clean the dutch oven if you use a liner or foil to cover the bottom?