Our troop will head to Camp Cedars in Fremont, Neb., for summer camp from June 27 through July 3, 2010. We will be at the Mandan camp site. More details will be announced as they become available.
Camp Cedars
Camp Cedars is part of the Covered Wagon Scout Reservation composed of Camp Eagle and Camp Cedars. Located approximately 4 miles east of Fremont, Nebraska, Camp Cedars is one of the Midwest's premier Scout Summer Camps. Located on the bank of the Platte River, the camp provides long-term camping experience for over 2,400 campers each summer. Activities at camp include archery, rifle and shotgun shooting, nature, scoutcraft, COPE, swimming, boating, biking, horseback riding and canoeing. Camp Cedars also features a rappelling tower, 60 feet high, with climbing walls. The highest tower in the BSA!
Check-in is begins at 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, June 27.
Check-out ends at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 3.
We'd probably be leaving/arriving at the Basilica about 4 hours before and after these times. With this schedule everyone will need to attend Mass on Saturday evening prior to leaving Des Moines for camp.
Cost is $184 per scout if paid in full by April 15 (increases to $199 after April 15) and $90 per adult leader.
The sooner we have paid our fees, the better the chances are of receiving our desired merit badge and activity requests.
The camp offers 41 merit badges, including several eagle-required ones. The guide lists which requirements (based on 2010 requirements) that will not be completed at camp. Thus with a little preparation you can have these reuqirements completed prior to camp and thus finalize the merit badge before you leave camp. They even offer the aviation merit badge including a 45 minute orientation flight. I have been told by another scoutmaster that the camp has an outstanding shooting range but that the boating facilities are marginal owing to the small size of the lake. They recommended the merit badge classes rather than the 'kit' programs for younger scouts. The camp also has equestrian activities as well.
The camp guide can be viewed at:
http://www.mac-bsa.org/Post/sections/85/Files/2010-CampCedarsGuide.pdf
This includes the basic information about the merit badge requirements, etc.
Click below to see photos from summer camp 2009 at Camp Mitigwa:
http://iowatroop128.org/PictureShow.aspx?dir=10324&img=180827
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We will be at Camp Cedars near Fremont, Neb., from June 27 through July 3, 2010.
Troop 128 CAMPING / HIKING CHECK-LIST
Any time a Scout from Troop 128 goes on a camping trip or hike, he should always be prepared by carrying the Ten Essential items in his pack. These essentials will allow a scout to survive in the outdoors in most any emergency situation.
THE TEN ESSENTIALS: ____ Two canteens/Two water bottles (w/water in it!) ____ Extra Food (trail snacks are good) ____ Extra Clothing (and Sweater/Jacket) ____ Rain Gear ____ Personal First-Aid Kit ____ Compass and Map ____ Waterproof Matches/Fire Starter ____ Pocketknife ____ Sun Protection (Sunscreen and Hat) ____ Flashlight (w/extra batteries) OTHER ESSENTIALS: ____ Scout Handbook ____ Notepad & Pencil ____ Large Zip-Lock Bags ____ Large Trash Bag (for water barrier) ____ Necessary Prescription Medications ____ Toilet Paper (in zip-lock plastic bag) | INDIVIDUAL ITEMS: ____ The Ten Essentials ____ Backpack (duffel bag O.K. if car camping) ____ Sleeping Bag and Pad. Scouts also need their own cot at Camp Mitigwa for summer tent camping. ____ Cup and Bowl or camping mess kit. ____ Knife, Fork, and Spoon ____ Extra Socks ____ Sweater/Sweatshirt ____ Windpants/Sweatpants ____ Insect Repellant ____ Lip Balm (unscented) ____ Soap (biodegradable) ____ Small Towel ____ Toothbrush ____ Digital Camera (optional) ____ Swim Suit (optional) GROUP ITEMS (normally shared by two or more): ____ tent (don’t forget the poles & stakes) ____ ground cloth (for tents) ____ cooking gear (pots, spatula) ____ stove & ____ brillo pad (optional) ____ water filter (Giardia is everywhere) ____ trowel (you'll need it for latrine duty) |
NOTE: All shoes must be closed-toe! No sandals or flip-flops allowed.
WARM WEATHER CLOTHING: ____ Camp Shoes (closed-toe) ____ Hat w/Brim ____ Hiking Boots or Sturdy Shoes ____ Hiking shorts ____ Short-sleeve shirts ____ Socks ____ Sweater/Warm Jacket ____ Swimsuit & Towel (small) ____ T-shirts ____ Underwear COLD WEATHER CLOTHING: ____ Insulated Coat w/hood ____ Long Pants (wool pref.) ____ Long Sleeve Shirt ____ Long Underwear (top & bottom) ____ Mittens/Gloves ____ Polypro/Wool Shirt ____ Polypro/Wool Stocking Cap ____ Polypro/Wool Sweater | WET WEATHER GEAR: ____ Garbage bags (for pack liners) ____ Pack cover ____ Ziplock bags (1 gallon) SNOW CAMPING: ____ Extra Sleeping Pad ____ Glove Liners ____ Ground Cloth (for inside shelter) ____ Gaiters (boot-to-pants covers) ____ Mukluks or Snow Boots ____ Small Insulated Pad (for sitting on) ____ Snowshoes ____ Sunglasses ____ Waterproof Over-Mittens ____ Waterproof Over-Trousers |
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