Everyone met in front of the Old Church on Friday, March 24th at 6:00pm, to prepare for the campout. The troop then left after everyone one was ready, except for the Screaming Eagles Patrol, since they were working at the Fish Fry. After everyone arrived at the cabins and set up, they started playing the board game Risk. A little later, the Screaming Eagles Patrol arrived from the Fish Fry and started another game of Risk so that everyone could play. Then, after a snack of cheese and crackers, everyone went to bed.

Saturday morning everyone had breakfast, for what it was worth, and then the older scouts worked with the younger scouts on their rank advancement. Mr. Makowski then showed the younger scouts how to raise and lower the flag. Later that morning, the patrols were called together by a fire pit behind the cabin, and Steven, David, DJ, and Jacob refreshed the older scouts and taught the younger scouts how to properly work with an ax, hatchet, and a hand saw. Next the patrols competed in a fire building contest to see which patrol could build a fire the fastest. The Raging Rams and the Penguins were joined together for the campout, and they called themselves the Raging Penguins. After both patrols had gathered all their wood, the clock was started and the two patrols, the Screaming Eagles and the Raging Penguins, raced to get their fires going. The objective was to build a fire to burn through 2 strings, one 3 feet off the ground and the second 3 1/2 feet off the ground. The first Patrol to do so with only 3 matches would win the competition. The Raging Penguins got off to a quick start and got their fire going within minutes after starting the competition. But as we found out, they made a foolish mistake in their hurriedness. They didn't check to make sure their fire was located under the strings, and instead of burning through the string, the fire barely singed it. Shortly after, the Screaming Eagles got their fire going, and it shot up even faster than the Raging Penguins fire and quickly burned though the ropes, winning the competition. Afterwards, everyone went back to the cabin for lunch.

After lunch, everyone went on a hike around the Beaumont Reservation. Everyone had fun, except for Mr. Sewell, who slipped into a small river formed from all the snow Beaumont Reservation had received. With one leg soaked with water, Mr. Sewell and some of the younger scouts hiked back to camp as Mr. Makowski, Mr. Mayher, and the older scouts stayed to finish the hike. Then, when the hike was over, the patrols started to prepare dinner. The Raging Penguins ate grilled cheese, and the Screaming Eagles ate tacos. After the delicious meal, everyone settled down and watched the movie October Sky. Then, as everyone got ready for bed, we watched the movie Remember the Titans. Sunday morning was quick, as everyone packed up. After a breakfast of Pop Tarts and "Donates," the gear was packed up, the cabin was cleaned, and everyone hit the road. We reached the Old Church at 10:00 a.m., with everyone happy and satisfied with the weekend's outing. Visiting for the day were Alex, Donald, and Mr. Day. Cabin campers were Chris B., Chris C., David, DJ, Jacob, John, Kurtis, Matthew, Nick, Peter(1), Ryan, Steven, Will(0), Mr. Makowski, Mr. Mayher, and Mr. Sewell.

Beaumont Scout Reservation Photo Album

Trip Plan for Beaumont Scout Reservation

Date and Time of Departure: Friday, March 24th, 6:00pm - Old Church

Purpose: Help 1st year scouts and others to learn scout skills for advancement. Enjoy some cabin camping and have fun in the outdoors. Time to start thinking about the great outdoors and future troop outings.

Activities:

• Advancement Requirements
• Cultural Awareness Activity
• Hike Beaumont Trail
• Game Night

Location: Beaumont Scout Reservation, Rock Creek, OH 44088, camp phone number for emergencies 440-548-5383, Cabin 11

1. I-77 North to I-480
2. I-480 East to I-271
3. I-271 North Express Lanes to I-90
4. I-90 East to Rt 45
5. Rt 45 South about 7 miles - Entrance to Beaumont is on West side of Rt 45

Cost: $15.00 per scout (due at meeting on March 21st)

Estimated Time of Return: Sunday, March 26th, 10:30am

Items to Bring:

• Be Prepared for Winter Weather
• Scout Outdoor Essentials (see handbook)
• Camping Gear and Extra Clothing (see handbook)