The proper way to do this is to pull the drawstrings until the sleeping bag is around your face, not around your neck. Eight essentials for staying warm while coldweather camping. Established in 1986 at tahosa high adventure base, in ward, colorado, the dacs okpik winter camping adventure is ready for you. Nov 29, 2010 beyond camping, a number of cold weather activities present challenges to the scout and leader, such as crosscountry skiing, ice skating, sledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and snowshoeing. The snow sports pamphlet covers the various requirements for scouts to earn the snow sports merit badge. The boy scouts of america operates the national cold weather camping development center at northern tier through the okpik program. For scouts who camp two nights every month through the cowyne cold season, it is easy to earn 100 points. Cub scout cold weather camping patch pulseprogrammes90. Still, check out one of samoset councils most popular events. The viking council camping committee announces the release of a new camping recognition award the zero hero. Tips and tricks to stay warm while camping this winter scouting. The clothes you will have been wearing all day will be sweaty and dirty.
Another possible way to give our scouts skills for adulthood is by modelling responsible decision making. Decorate your special banquet in february with cub camping promotional placemats, designed for the upcoming blue and gold season. Tackling fun projects wont bring back flipflop weather, but they will help you and your scouts have fun during the snowy season. Scoutmaster musings winter camping boy scout trail. One need not be subjected to near zero air temperatures or icy waters to be overcome, in fact, most cases of hypothermia occur during the spring, summer and fall. The boys have tent camped in the fall but never done cabin camping. Boy scout activity patches cold weather camping patch. Typically, its a boy scout award, not somethin that is done by a cub pack. Also information you need to know about special steps to take with food, water, sanitation, first aid, sleep systems, shelter, emergencies, and training for cold weather camping. Beyond camping, a number of coldweather activities present challenges to the scout and leader, such as crosscountry skiing, ice skating, sledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and snowshoeing. Nov 10, 2012 cleveland belowfreezing temperatures couldnt stop six cub scouts from last frontier councils pack 65 and their families from camping in tents during the cimarron council spookoree. Use these winter camping tips to stay warm and get outside.
Call of the wild, camping be prepared for weather changes when camping. The polar bear camping award is available to any registered cub scout, boy scout, venturer and scouter who meet the following requirements. Cub scout icicle patch icicle patch blue foot patch polar bear patch. Okpik builds skills that will enable scouts to venture where few dares go. Essential ingredients for fun include skill training and an awareness of the hazards unique to these activities. If you cant get to your car, you and your cub scouts should get into the lightning stance. But, when it doubt about what is appropriate for a specific age group. Weve done our share of camping in bad conditions 1 degree heat, pouring rain, cold weather, we even did a shoebox survival camp out in an ice storm. Find a cozy cabin, make sure the girls dress for the cold and have fun winter camping. It is one of the most challenging of outdoor adventures. Many councils have their own cold weather camping award and the.
Bsas guide to coldweather camping includes lifesaving information on emergency preparedness, hypothermia prevention, packing, clothing, shelter, first aid, foodwatersanitation, and much more. Hi, im a writer on assignment for scouting magazine. Cub scout pack 182 enjoys winter camping weekend at camp. Ive interviewed some good sources, but thought id throw out a request for any tips scouters might have, or ideas for cold weather camping activities, or examples of council winter programs that have worked well for cubs. I personally think if cub scouts are going to camp when over night temps drop below freezing they need to make sure they are definitely prepared.
Whether youre looking for an incredible summer camp experience or a weekend campout, we offer a variety of summer and yearround programs at one of its four unique properties. In todays video i show you everything we are packing for isaacs cub scout camping trip. Check out the countless camping opportunities we offer by selecting your program below. It is important for scouts to be prepared for cold weather camping. Cold is a tool that makes learning about cold weather camping lasting. See more ideas about winter camping, chilly weather and camping. Boy scout troop 44 cold weather camping survival guide. Boots or shoes will not keep you warm and dry if youre in the snow.
Always change into a dry base layer before turning in. The cabins have basic heat and often have indoor plumbing. Dec 29, 2017 camping in colder weather isnt bad if you prepare for it. It is an easy tool that the boys can remember and it is simple enough to retain. Family camping staff training guide cub scout outdoor program guidelines resident camping for cub scouts cub scout leader book webelos leader guide baloo safe swim defense safety afloat shooting sports for cub scouts, webelos scouts and parents age appropriate guidelines for scouting activities great trail council pack campground approval form. Pronunciation guide okpik the winter program ook pick bizhiw 2night award bee zhoo. Winter camping safety there is magic to camping in winter. Cub scout pack 182 enjoys winter camping weekend at. Some tips to keep in mind when your troop takes on winter camping. Cold weather camping iron on embroidered patch by e.
Hypothermia, sometimes mistakenly referred to simply as exposure, is a lowering of the bodys core temperature caused by overexposure to cool or cold air or water. Scouting article cub cold weather camping scouter forum. No frosty adventure is complete without a new patch to prove that you have done it. Tackling fun projects wont bring back flipflop weather, but they will help you and. Boy scout winter camping checklist basics dress in layers, the trapped air helps keep you warm, and you can shed layers if you warm up. Scouts will embark on their greatest winter camping adventure at okpik.
I have canceled or rescheduled weekend camping trips if heavy rain or horrendously bad weather is forecast. The application of cold weather camping skills begins when the temperatures approach 60 degrees. Around here if the temp is 50 degrees, then most of the cub parents will consider it cold weather camping. I did cold weather camping in mn and it was recommended to have a candy bar with you for when you get cold in the middle of the night for quick energy. The training can be conducted by the troop but should use knowledgable presentors and credible resources. Cub scouts will use winterized cabins in the winter months rather than camping in tents. Get the cold weather camping crest today to show off your winter survival skills. Have fun and stay safe in cold weather feeling stuck inside is a surefire way to let winter bum you out. Keeping your clothing clean will keep you dry and warm. A special 100 degree frost award patch is available from council service centers. Even though temperatures tend to run in the teens up there at that time of year, cub scouts and their families turn out in warmly dressed droves for a series of weekend. Includes life saving information on staying warm and hypothermia, packing, and clothing selection. This guide is intended to provide the scouts with a quick start course of the skills of cold weather camping.
Boy scout units will tent camp in very cold weather though. Camping in colder weather isnt bad if you prepare for it. Stay dry if you get wet, make sure you change into dry clothes as soon as possible. Is cold weather camping appropriate for cub scouts. Philmont is the only bsa national high adventure base where you might experience winter camping yearround due to their altitude. Also information you need to know about special steps to take with food, water, sanitation, first aid, sleep systems, shelter, emergencies, and training for coldweather camping. Be prepared for weather changes when camping cub scout ideas. General information about the cold weather camping awards. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. I did cold weather camping in mn and it was recommended to have a candy bar with you for when you get cold in. Checklist for a basic cold weather outing boys life magazine. If the bag also has a draft harness make sure to use it above the shoulders and it snugs up to your neck to keep cold air from coming in and warm air from going out. With the proper planning and knowledge, this challenge can be easily attacked. You need to stay clean in a cold weather environment dirt on clothing acts like a wick for wet and cold.
Camp robert drake is looking for energetic youth to serve as counselors during the 2020 summer email at mike. Cold weather camping represents one of the greatest challenges a scout will face. The red flannel award recognizes scouts and scouters who are willing to camp outside in below freezing weather. Great trail council cub scout camping guidelines revised 81717 1.
You can read more information at the national weather services site. Cub scout cold weather camping patch pulseprogrammes90s diary. The zero hero award replaces the councils previous cold weather camping recognition the wind chill thriller scout troops are encouraged to conduct a yearround outdoor program and, in minnesota, that often means cold weather. The thing is, there are dangerous weather conditions that absolutely require changing. Do any of your packs do the cold weather camping and what is the. This post may contain affiliate links which means we receive a small commission at no cost to you when you make a purchase. Pack leadership just expects them to camp in 20 degree weather. Visit our summer camp pages to find fun opportunities for summer 2020 or schedule an event. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Okpik and kapvik are the premier cold weather camping program of the boy scouts of america. Checklist for a basic cold weather outing boys life. And to save you money it has info on how to make your own equipment. The objective should not be to survive camping in cold weather but to have the knowledge and skills to enjoy camping in all types of weather conditions.
Sometimes its done by the oa, sometimes through the camping committee, but always at a local level. Cleveland belowfreezing temperatures couldnt stop six cub scouts from last frontier councils pack 65 and their families from camping in tents during the cimarron council spookoree the event took place oct. Fill the tent or cabin with as many scouts as possible. I ve also seen posts on the net from troops down south exclaiming that they got a patch for camping outside cold weather camping and the boy scouts of. Wear sorel boots for wet snow conditions and muklukstyle boots for dry snow.
Kind of strange, considering most scouts think of it as a hot, summer camping location. The boy scouts of america operates the national coldweather camping development center at northern tier through the okpik program. At northern tier you can earn a patch for sleeping outside as a. Scoutsunits are eligible to purchase after camping in weather reaching 32 or fewer degrees. However, its my experience that cub scout parents, and cub scouts dont always know how to do so.
Based on the national bsa high adventure okpik training course, this awareness seminar covers the skills and techniques for planning and leading a successful, safe and enjoyable cold weather outing. Cub scouts may earn the icicle patch only because we do not en courage camping for any longer amounts of time or colder weather than that required to earn. Winter camping tips scouts bsa boy scouts cub scouts. Besides that, where does it say that cold weather camping is strictly snow covered. Cold weather camping iron on embroidered patch by epatches. Many cub scout families do car camping where their vehicle is parked close to the campsite. May 15, 2019 a special 100 degree frost award patch is available from council service centers. Winter camping with cub pack 151 marple newtown, pa patch. Guess the definition of winter camping, or cold weather camping might be different for scouts in international falls mn versus san diego, ca. You dont have to let the living room become your personal prison you can make winter camping fun. The boys life guide ro camping checklists cold weather outing longsleeved shirt long pants fleece or wool sweater fleece or wool long underwear polypropylene hiking boots or sturdy shoes socks wool or synthetic warm parka or jacket with hood stocking hat fleece or wool mittens or gloves fleece or wool with waterresistant shells. When you think of cub scout camping, wisconsin in january may not come to mind.
Feb 19, 2016 in todays video i show you everything we are packing for isaacs cub scout camping trip. This site is not officially associated with the boy scouts of america find more. We are excited by your interest in cold weather camping and we look forward to introducing you to the wonders of a north woods winter. Dont let snow or cold weather keep you and your scouts indoors. Be prepared for weather changes when camping cub scout. Holding in urine uses body heat to keep the fluids warm. Camping in the rain sounds awful and it is if you arent prepared. Bsa boy scouts 3 embroidered patch sagmore council 1981 owl woolsy cub day camp. Not used, plastic backing, satisfaction is guaranteed. Read on and you can learn how to make snowshoes, build a winter shelter, and stay warm and dry while youre enjoying a day or night in your winter wonderland. Aug 25, 2009 camping in the rain sounds awful and it is if you arent prepared. Winter camo patch design ideas for councils and troops custom scout.
Would it be possible to share the basic equipment list. Unit leaders certify campers who have met the requirements. Maryj74225 my suggestion is to remind people that it is better to sleep only in your underclothes. Some troops have there own patch for 200 points in a season. Cold weather camping bsa scouting linkedin slideshare. Resident camping for cub scouts cub scout leader book webelos leader guide baloo safe swim defense safety afloat. Cold weather awards although many councils offer special award programs for cold weather camping. Im finishing up a story about winter camping for cub scouts. This camping trip will be much colder than we are used to so he will be packing more things than normal. Patch design idea derby at dawn patch design idea cold rush to the finish line. Winter camp klondike event patch design ideas classb custom. Oct 02, 2009 hi, im a writer on assignment for scouting magazine. If you have said that then you are a cold weather camper.