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We will be leaving Sunday morning at 10:30 AM at Dr. Cox's parking lot (across from church gym). Look for the green troop trailer. We will stop for lunch (McDonalds) on the way to camp. We will RETURN Saturday around 11AM at the church gym.
Camp address below. Feel free to write to your son.... or leader...
<Scout’s name> Troop 56
Camp TL James
105 Camp TL James Dr.
Downsville, LA 71234
In case of emergency, you can call the camp phone @ 318-982-5623.
Leader's cell phones are listed below. Remember we get limited reception.
David DeLong 348-4234
Dawson Blackard 450-8552
We talked to the Scouts Tuesday about what to bring. A few additional notes and reminders:
- ensure your son wears his full Class A uniform Sunday
- BRING the Scout handbook ! !
- clothing should be in a container that will fit under a standard cot (Gear is best stored in plastic containers that will fit UNDER the cots that are supplied)
- the boys will be sharing camp tents which include cots
- bring a hanger to hang his Scout shirt on when not in use - stays cleaner and dry
- bring a garbage bag to store dirty clothing. We are encouraging the boys to ensure the clothing is dry prior to cramming it in the bag
- bug spray is a must
- sun screen will be used each day! We do not like burns!
- bring extra shoes! No open toed shoes allowed in camp.
- your son WILL take a shower each day. Ensure he has soap, toothbrush and toothpaste, towels, etc.
- GoldBond medicated powder works well to prevent chafing, keeping feet and shoes dry as well ...hint
- if your son is taking medications, please ensure they are labeled clearly. Please make sure it is clear as to when he gets his medication (once a day at brreakfast for example). Place the medication and any notes about when they are taken in a zip lock bag. Ensure his name and Troop # is written on the bag.
- a backpack is required for an overnight campout. You DO NOT need to purchase an actual backpack used for hiking. You can bring your backpack used for school however.
- pocket knife WITH totin' chip
- Pen and notebook to write in - may have assignments
- Watch - so he can get to events on time without asking his Scoutmaster
- rain gear
- light weight sleeping bag or sheets. If you like a pillow, bring that too
- flashlight
- water bottle - a 1 liter bottle is sufficient. We will ensure he drinks a lot of water. Please have your son start drinking water prior to departure. It gets hot even in the shade!
- compass - if you dont have one, you don't have to purchase one. But here is a link to a model that works well. Some basic specs: at least 2 degree increments, the degree marks can line up with the directional arrow, straight edge on the sides can be used to draw lines on maps, and liquid filled. Some manufacturers: silva, brunton, link to Scoutstuff.org
- camp chair (we will have our picnic tables)
- hat (to keep sun off)
Also review the list of items to bring is under the postings section to the right under the calendar. All attachments are posted under this section. |