Why We Camp and Camping Basics
What does camping teach us
Problem Solving and Teamwork skills
Before any camping trip, what’s the most important thing you should do to make sure you’re ready
check your gear and make sure you’re prepared
Scouts should always follow this important saying that begins with “On my honor…”
Scout Oath
Before voting, each candidate gives one of these to explain why they’d be a good leader
Short Speech
What should every Scout do before leaving a campsite
leave it cleaner and better than they found it
Camping helps Scouts build this important quality
Confidence
Name three important items you should pack for a safe and successful campout
weather-appropriate clothes, sleeping bag, and Scout handbook (or flashlight, water bottle, first aid kit)?
When another Scout or leader is speaking, what should you do
Listen respectfully and don’t interrupt.
During voting, Scouts put their heads down and raise their hand to do what
vote fairly and privately
What’s the motto that reminds Scouts to always be ready for anything
"Be Prepared"
This rule reminds Scouts to take care of nature and leave it better than they found it.
“Leave No Trace"
Why should you pack a flashlight, reusable water bottle, and first aid kit
To be prepared for emergencies
Elections help Scouts learn this important skill — leading others and setting a good example
Leadership
This leader is in charge of the whole troop and runs meetings.
SPL
Scouts use this to cook food safely and stay warm — but it must always be supervised
Campfire
Scouts always camp with a friend or partner for safety
Buddy System
When near a campfire, you should always keep a safe distance and listen to who
adult leaders or troop leaders and spl or aspl
Name all positions that Scouts will vote for during todays troop elections
Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, or Assistant Patrol Leader
If the Patrol Leader can’t be there, who steps in to help lead the patrol
ASPL
who created scouting
Robert Baden-Powell
Name two reasons camping helps Scouts grow
learning independence and building leadership
Why are electronics to be used less on campouts
Why is it important to show respect and good behavior during elections and camping
Because it builds trust, fairness, and teamwork in the troop
Good leaders don’t just tell people what to do — they lead by what
Example
How long has scouting been around
Since 1907