No-one likes too many rules
so we try to keep them to a minimum, but the guidelines below are important to
ensure that we all have the best possible experience on our trips while staying
safe and respectful.
· Fire,
Matches, Lighters, etc. – to be
handled only by Scouts who have earned their Firem’n
chit, and only in the presence of an adult.
Never have these items in tents.
Never have a open flame in or around tents.
· Respectfulness
– Scouts are relied upon to be
respectful to other people and to their environment.
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Listen to and
respond appropriately to adults
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Be kind and
helpful to each other
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Be polite to
other people that you encounter
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Do not use
inappropriate language
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If you see
someone being picked-on or made to feel uncomfortable, don’t ignore it - seek
help.
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Follow the
Outdoor Code
· Electronics – leave personal entertainment electronics, e.g. MP3
players, CD players, game consoles, etc., at home. They discourage conversation, observation and
interaction.
· Buddy System – always use the buddy system, never be alone when
away from the Troop. Never leave your
group without first getting permission from a responsible adult leader.
· Understand
State Park and Campsite Rules –
always be aware of and observe park rules, especially quiet time. Often we get to stay in the State Park
campsites in return for service projects and we do not want to lose this
privilege.
· Cooking and
KP – as a general rule, cooking and
KP is the responsibility of the Scouts on a trip. If a duty roster has not been established, all
Scouts pitch-in. Campsite kitchen will
be clean and food stowed immediately after meals.
· Knives and
axes – to be handled only by Scouts
who have earned their Totin’ Chip, and only in the
presence of an adult.
· Safety
Equipment – always use appropriate
safety equipment. For example, you must
wear a helmet when biking, skateboarding, skiing, etc.,
Fire, Matches and Lighters used only by Firem’n Chit Scouts
Respectfulness of people and environment
Electronic equipment stays home
Buddy System
Understand rules of State Parks, campsites, etc.
Cooking & KP is Scouts’ responsibility.
Knives & Axes used only by Totin’
Chip Scouts
Safety Equipment to be used at all times