5 Minute blogs with tips on camping, the outdoors, and Scout Advancement.
1-Remember: Print out the directions to the trailhead or camp for the driver. Electronics do not always work. Be Prepared with a backup. A copy of printed directions with each vehicle/driver/co-pilot. 2 copies of all permits, reservations, and contacts. A copy with 2 different folks. Trail maps, Topo maps – 2 copies with each Patrol. … Read more
Repair Tool: 1- Save all your old toothbrushes. You can use fingernail polish to paint the tip of the handle BLACK to remind you that it is not a “toothbrush” anymore. Don’t put it in your shaving kit — put it with your knife or multi-tool. It is now a parts brush. Here is an … Read more
1- You may have noticed that these Sit. Rep.s have a lot of references to WEATHER. When we are at home, car, school, church, the gym, friend’s house… we are out of the weather and that is about as much as we think about it. Except when to go out into the weather we wear … Read more
1- If you rest and sleep well, that gives everyone a better outlook as well as feeling good. Your sleep system is the key. Camping Pillow: Brand new they run from 10 to 20$. Personally, I have spent many a good night with my jacket rolled up inside out at no $$$ out of pocket. … Read more
1- I believe the 2nd most important item to consider purchasing is your backpack. This is easier than buying boots. It still must, Must, MUST fit you to be comfortable. As a Scout that is in the middle of physically growing; look for a pack that can adjust to your projected size as well as … Read more
1- Hiking is hard on your feet compared to an average school or workday. You will usually cover many more miles through rougher terrain. If you are backpacking; then your feet and legs are carrying more weight than normal. I coach beginning backpackers to concentrate their first purchases on shoes and socks. Ask your fellow … Read more
1- FM – Ham Operations: What type of amateur station simultaneously re-transmits the signal of another amateur station on a different channel or frequency? Repeater station What types of amateur stations can automatically re-transmit the signals of other amateur stations? Repeater, auxiliary, or space stations Which of the following describes a linked repeater … Read more
1- Where to camp? The basic answer, that Scouts follow, is where you make the least impact on the environment, wildlife, and fellow campers. Most State & Federal parks (and private campgrounds) have specific campsites that you MUST use. In wilderness areas these are some of my considerations when selecting an area to set up … Read more
1- Ham test questions: For which license classes are new licenses currently available from the FCC? Technician, General, Amateur Extra What is the normal term for an FCC-issued primary station/operator amateur radio license grant? Ten years How soon after passing the examination for your first amateur radio license may you operate … Read more
1- Ham Q & A: Thanks to KB6NU Ham Radio Study Guides An important concept in amateur radio is the control operator. The basic concept is that an amateur radio station must always have a control operator and that control operator is responsible for the proper operation of that station. And, the default control operator … Read more