Having been a scout leader for the past 15-years, this is the moment that I've been waiting for. Ethan is old enough for Boy Scouts and now gets to go on overnight camp outs. This past week was our council's camporee. The boys had lots to do including BB gun competitions, lashings, flag raising and river crossing. They all had a blast (including the leaders). We camped over Friday night and the temperature got down to 41 degrees. The following day it heated up to 89 degrees. It was a neat dynamic. Friday night we also were treated to several coyotes in our camp, who began to chorus and howl for 30-40 minutes. It was a great experience as the desert has a beauty all its own.
The desert we camped in.
All fires were in a "box" as to not impact the desert.
The desert sunrise.
The desert we camped in.
All fires were in a "box" as to not impact the desert.
The desert sunrise.
Waiting in the chow line.
Breakfast cooked for us, "mmmm pancakes"
Jake and Ethan ready for the days events.
Ready to raise the flag for the morning events.
The boys lashed a tri-angle stand to carry a scout.
Poles lashed onto a chair, then the races began.
GGGGGOOOOOOO!
Our troop (minus several boys).
Ethan and Jake.
Shooting to kill (cans)!
The best way to get the man with the camera away!
Ethan trying to stay warm.
