[Troop351] Summer Camp Updates

[Josh Cooley]

In addition to the parent meeting tonight, we'll have t-shirts available
again.  If you haven't picked up t-shirts for summer camp, be sure to pick
them up tonight.

On Mon, May 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM Josh Cooley <jbcooley at cooleyhome.com> wrote:

> I hope everyone is enjoying their Memorial Day weekend.  We aren't meeting
> tonight (May 26th).  Our next meeting is June 2nd.  Parents are welcome to
> come and ask questions at the June 2nd meeting.  For now, here's some info
> on preparing for summer camp.
>
>
>    - Before Camp
>       - Turn in updated medical forms.  Adults and youth will need
>       current medical forms in order to attend camp.
>       - Pack your gear early.  You should have a tote or large duffle bag
>       for your gear.  We will load the troop trailer, as well as another trailer
>       we'll be using for summer camp.
>       - Pick a buddy for camp.  Every tent will have 2 scouts.
>    - Camp (June 15-21)
>       - We will depart from Asbury Sunday morning.
>       - Eat breakfast before you leave.
>       - Bring a sack lunch.  Sunday lunch will not be provided by the
>       camp.
>       - Wear your Field *Uniform *(class A).  We will be travelling in
>       uniform.
>       - Pack all your troop t-shirts if you have them.
>       - Wear *close toed shoes* (and an extra pair if you have them)
>       - Pack additional clothes as appropriate for the classes and free
>       time activities.
>          - swim gear (incl towel) for waterfront activities (not just
>          swimming)
>          - Pants and long sleeve shirt if appropriate for a merit badge
>          - etc
>       - Money for the camp trading post (snacks, and souvenirs)
>       - Sleeping bag, pillow, toiletries, and other camping gear.  No
>       tents necessary, but a hammock is allowed.  Below is a picture of a tent
>       with the cots available to campers.
>
> [image: image.png]
>
> Additional notes on packing:
> - Do not pack your uniform.  We will be travelling in uniform.
> - Bring swim gear in a backpack in case we need to take swim tests again
> (or if you haven't taken a swim test yet).
> - Consider decorating your trunk with duct tape or stickers to make it
> distinctive.  We will have a lot of scouts with similar trunks.
> - Budget for the trading post (snacks, souvenirs, etc).  They accept cash,
> debit and credit cards.  Scouts must be responsible for their own spending
> money.
> - Outside snacks are allowed.
> - Pack a special bag for the Monday mud run clothes.
>
> Mail is appreciated by campers.  It can take 4-5 days to arrive, so plan
> accordingly.  It may also arrive sooner than that.  To send mail, use the
> following address:
>
> Camp Sequoyah
> Scout’s Full Name
> Troop 351, Week 3
> 4907 County Rd 11
> Delta, AL 36258
>
> I've included a link to a packing list and info about the Eagle bound
> program for those that signed up for that.  There's also a link to the full
> leader guide.  I encourage patrol leaders to look at the leader guide,
> particularly the SPL Guidebook starting on page 16.
>
> Packing List
> <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nT2gW_1CgsQi3gf8FxJr_guQ6HoE7Yjc/view?usp=sharing>
> Eagle Bound
> <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LDN458AzWOlukuLz6UCTaD_znPdrN7g-/view?usp=sharing>
> Leader Guide
> <https://1bsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-Sequoyah-Leader-Guide.pdf>
> Merit Badge Requirements
> <https://1bsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Merit-Badge-List-with-Requirements.pdf>
>
> Yours in Scouting
> Josh Cooley
>
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