When:
Meet at Kirkmont Presbyterian Church, north east side of the parking long (away from building and away from Fairfield Rd) at 4pm on Friday, February 3rd.
Return Sunday morning TBD (we're waiting for details from the event organizer)
Who: Navigators and Adventurers. Parents and friends/guests eligible to become Navigators or Adventurers are also welcome.
What:
Cold weather camping
Outdoor skills training and practice including meal preparation, fire building, orienteering
Cost:
Youth Trailmen - $5
Adult Trailmen - free
Adult or youth guests - $30
Trailmen attending Yukon should plan to attend a "shake-down" on Jan 30th (6:30pm at Kirkmont) to verify that all bags / equipment are packed and to avoid gear surprises in cold weather.
The following is a proposed packing list from the Officers' Conference. You can also refer to your Nav/Adv Trailman's handbook for a packing list.
Orienteering-style compass
Headlamp or flashlight
Knit cap
Lightweight jacket or rain protection
Extra jacket and thermal layers
Non-cotton base layer
3 pairs of underwear
3 pairs of non-cotton socks
Non-cotton pants
Fleece shirt, pullover, or thermal shell
Warm pjs, socks, and cap for sleeping
First Aid & Hygiene
Personal first aid kit
Insect repellant
Baby wipes
Hand sanitizer
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Fire starter kit
Knive
50 ft. light rope
Saw
Mess kit, utensils, plate, etc
Personal snacks
1 or 2 water bottles (preferably refillable)
Tent
Sleeping bag (mummy bag or winter bag)
Ground pad (foam is better than inflatable)
Camp chair
Warm boots
Body warmers/ hot hands
Water-resistant hiking boots or high-top shoes