In addition to Troop meetings, the Troop’s Patrol Leader Council (PLC) plans monthly activities. These include camping trips, field trips, and service projects. An outdoor program is instrumental in Troop 443’s success, and a variety of outdoor activities are included in the program, dictated heavily by the desires of the youth leaders.

SUMMER CAMP

Every summer, Troop 443 participates in a week-long summer camp. Summer camp offers opportunities for character development, advancement, and opportunities to earn merit badges. Life-long memories are created and friendships formed. Scouts of all ages should plan to attend camp.

COURTS OF HONOR

Courts of Honor are an opportunity to recognize the Scouts’ accomplishments and celebrate advancement. Typically, Courts of Honor is held quarterly. Family members and friends are encouraged to attend.

EQUIPMENT

For many of our camp outs, equipment are required. Each Patrol will have a Patrol box that will include all the necessary cooking supplies and equipment. A few days prior to a camping trip, the Scouts will check out a tent from the Quartermaster. In addition, Scouts will need to bring the following to a campout:

• Class A and Class B uniforms
• Boy Scout Handbook, pen, and notebook
• Lightweight, synthetic-filled, mummy style sleeping bag, 30° or lower rating
• Sleeping pad, foam or self-inflating
• High quality rain gear (jacket and pants)
• Water bottle
• Flashlight
• Small personal first aid kit/survival kit
• Camp chair
• Personal hygiene bag with toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, comb, etc.
• Duffle bag (or similar) for packing their clothes and equipment

Additional equipment

There is additional equipment that is lower priority and is highly reccomended:

• Good quality hiking boots, water proof is best (Also need heavy, non-cotton hiking socks)
• High quality compass
• Backpack (internal or external frame)
• LED Headlamp
• Pocket knife (Scouts can’t carry one until they earn their Totin’ Chip)