Camping FAQ
When do you go on campouts?
The troop camps every month during the school year. In the summer we have a high adventure trip for the older scouts, as well as regular camp. In December, we normally attend winter camp for 3-5 days. The troop leaves on Friday evenings and returns around noon on Sundays.
Where do you go?
In the words of Johnny Cash, we’ve been everywhere, man. In the past two years we’ve attended Scout camps, state parks, LCRA parks, private parks and others. We generally try to keep within a 2 hour drive of Sugar Land, but have been known to venture further afield for really cool places like Enchanted Rock.
How much does it cost?
Cost is $30 for scouts to cover food and entrance fees. Adults are free. Occaisionally there are extra charges such as canoe rental, rockclimbing instructors, etc. Scouts can use their scout account (using monies they’ve earned through scouting programs like popcorn sales) to offset the cost of camping. High adventure camps can cost $2000, as we usually fly to venues in New Mexico, Florida, or Minnesota. Other summer camps are generally less expensive.
Do I need a tent?
The troop provides tents, cooking equipment, lanterns and other group equipment for scouts and adults. Refer to the packing list on the website for a detailed list of what you need to bring (in addition to your Scout spirit). All the troop equipment travels on the troop trailer. Scouts camp as patrols, and the adults camp as a separate patrol. No scouts may sleep in a tent with adults other than with a tent that only has their parent.
What about food?
Patrols cook together from the meal planning guide they complete during the troop meeting prior to the campout. Considerations are made for allergies, religious dietary requirements, and personal preferences. Scouts share the responsibilities of buying the food, storing and transporting it, preparing, and cleaning up. Adults eat separately, and have a fairly high bar when it comes to the quality of food. In the past we’ve had shrimp fries, catfish, stir fry with homemade egg rolls, and a seven course Indian meal. Refer to the cooking help section of the website for planning guides, recipes and more.
What if Scouts are on Medication?
The adult in charge will dispense medicines. If scouts are taking regular medication, it must be disclosed on the permission slip to assure the medicines are being dispensed properly. Parents usually provide the medications to the Adult in Charge during Friday departure.
How do we get to the campsites?
Transportation is through carpools. Adult drivers are registered with the troop. Scouts either return to the Middle School after a campout, or sometimes are dropped off at home.
How do we register?
We send reminders of the campouts in the troop’s weekly email update, along with announcements at meetings. Scouts must make payment and provide a signed permission slip by 8PM on the Monday prior to the campout, in order to allow the Grubmasters to plan meals and the Adult in Charge (a rotating position, usually an Assistant Scoutmaster) to plan transportation. Payment is by check, PayPal, or credit card.
The troop camps every month during the school year. In the summer we have a high adventure trip for the older scouts, as well as regular camp. In December, we normally attend winter camp for 3-5 days. The troop leaves on Friday evenings and returns around noon on Sundays.
Where do you go?
In the words of Johnny Cash, we’ve been everywhere, man. In the past two years we’ve attended Scout camps, state parks, LCRA parks, private parks and others. We generally try to keep within a 2 hour drive of Sugar Land, but have been known to venture further afield for really cool places like Enchanted Rock.
How much does it cost?
Cost is $30 for scouts to cover food and entrance fees. Adults are free. Occaisionally there are extra charges such as canoe rental, rockclimbing instructors, etc. Scouts can use their scout account (using monies they’ve earned through scouting programs like popcorn sales) to offset the cost of camping. High adventure camps can cost $2000, as we usually fly to venues in New Mexico, Florida, or Minnesota. Other summer camps are generally less expensive.
Do I need a tent?
The troop provides tents, cooking equipment, lanterns and other group equipment for scouts and adults. Refer to the packing list on the website for a detailed list of what you need to bring (in addition to your Scout spirit). All the troop equipment travels on the troop trailer. Scouts camp as patrols, and the adults camp as a separate patrol. No scouts may sleep in a tent with adults other than with a tent that only has their parent.
What about food?
Patrols cook together from the meal planning guide they complete during the troop meeting prior to the campout. Considerations are made for allergies, religious dietary requirements, and personal preferences. Scouts share the responsibilities of buying the food, storing and transporting it, preparing, and cleaning up. Adults eat separately, and have a fairly high bar when it comes to the quality of food. In the past we’ve had shrimp fries, catfish, stir fry with homemade egg rolls, and a seven course Indian meal. Refer to the cooking help section of the website for planning guides, recipes and more.
What if Scouts are on Medication?
The adult in charge will dispense medicines. If scouts are taking regular medication, it must be disclosed on the permission slip to assure the medicines are being dispensed properly. Parents usually provide the medications to the Adult in Charge during Friday departure.
How do we get to the campsites?
Transportation is through carpools. Adult drivers are registered with the troop. Scouts either return to the Middle School after a campout, or sometimes are dropped off at home.
How do we register?
We send reminders of the campouts in the troop’s weekly email update, along with announcements at meetings. Scouts must make payment and provide a signed permission slip by 8PM on the Monday prior to the campout, in order to allow the Grubmasters to plan meals and the Adult in Charge (a rotating position, usually an Assistant Scoutmaster) to plan transportation. Payment is by check, PayPal, or credit card.