Caving Caving Chimney Mountain, Indian Lake, New York Sunday, March 10, 2024 0 23 Getting into the cave is a tight squeeze, but that only adds to the adventure. Once inside you are at the “upper balcony” from there make your way down to the floor of the large room by heading down a steep pitch and keep exploring
Rock Climbing Rock Climbing Adirondacks, Hamlet of Lake Pleasant Sunday, March 10, 2024 0 25 One of the closest walls to Rochester is located just west of the Hamlet of Lake Pleasant on the south side of NYS Route 8. It is the location of an old quarry and has many routes that are set up for top rope and sport climbing.
High Adventure Report - BSA 50 Miler. Adirondacks, NY High Adventure Report - BSA 50 Miler. Adirondacks, NY Long Lake from Deerland Carry, to Tupper Lake boat launch along NYS Route 30. Saturday, March 2, 2024 0 36 Read more
Neckerchief Suppliers Neckerchief Suppliers Monday, October 23, 2023 2 384 The neckerchief is the most distiguishing element to creating a troop's identity. Here are some great suppliers of quality neckerchiefs. (Note: this is not a paid endoreseemnt.) Read more
ILST - What is it? ILST - What is it? Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops Sunday, December 4, 2022 0 1527 ILST was a topic presented by my troop's boy leaders at our district round table. The goal was to introduce other unit leaders to what this training was about, why their unit should... Read more
Ransburg Scout Reservation Ransburg Scout Reservation As one of the top Scouting facilities in the country, Ransburg has something to offer for every member of the troop. Thursday, January 26, 2023 0 0 Established in 1966, Ransburg Scout Reservation is designed with one goal in mind: providing Scouts with immersive experiences. Over the decades, Ransburg has expanded its offerings to best serve... Read more
Panama Rocks Panama Rocks Rocks, boulders, crevasses, climbing, tight spaces... The perfect place for a Scout to explore! Monday, September 18, 2023 0 556 As stated on their website: "Whether you're looking for a relaxing hike or an outdoor adventure, you will enjoy an amazing nature experience at Panama Rocks - a world of towering rocks,... Read more
Camp Merz Camp Merz BSA Scout Camp Friday, September 8, 2023 0 474 Camp Merz has over 85 years young this year, and located to the south of Mayville on beautiful Chautauqua Lake. 350 acres of beautiful hardwood forest and evergreens welcome your scouting... Read more