The Sports Campout was a fun and exciting outing where Scouts participated in a tournament-style competition featuring a variety of different sports. The competition included volleyball, flag football, kickball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and horseshoe, giving Scouts plenty of opportunities to compete in different events and show off their skills.

Throughout the campout, Scouts competed in each sport as part of the tournament, creating a fun and competitive atmosphere. In addition to recognizing the winning patrols for each sport, three individual sportsmanship awards were also presented during the campfire. These awards recognized Scouts who demonstrated good sportsmanship throughout the activities.

Overall, the Sports Campout was a thrilling outing filled with friendly competition, teamwork, and a variety of fun sports. It gave Scouts an opportunity to participate in activities together and enjoy a memorable campout.

We woke up early in the morning and got ready for our service project supporting our sponsor, Rotary. When we arrived, we signed in and immediately got to work preparing the area for the event. We began by setting up tables and chairs for the guests who would be coming to enjoy breakfast. While some of us worked on the seating area, others helped set up the tents where food, drinks, and other supplies would be served.

Once everything was ready and the guests began arriving, we split up into different jobs to help the event run smoothly. Some of us worked at the trash, recycling, and compost bins, helping guests figure out where to properly dispose of their waste so that everything could be sorted correctly. Others worked at the drinks station, making sure guests could grab a drink after getting their pancakes.

As the breakfast continued, we stayed busy and helped wherever we were needed. Near the end of the serving period, we walked around offering drinks to guests and picking up trash that had been left behind. Although these tasks may have seemed small, they helped keep the event organized and the area clean, making the experience more enjoyable for everyone attending.

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The Foggy Trails Hike took place on June 27 at El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve. The hike was a relaxed 5-mile trek with some elevation, giving Scouts a good opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while getting some exercise. The weather was pleasant, although the trails were a little muddy from previous rain.

During the hike, two Scouts were able to complete a navigation requirement, putting their map and navigation skills into practice. Scouts also spotted many banana slugs along the trail, adding a fun and memorable part to the experience. Overall, the hike was a great success, and the Scouts thoroughly enjoyed the time spent exploring the trails and enjoying the outdoors together.

On the Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Trip, we started the day at the library, practically overflowing with excitement. After meeting at the flagpole, we loaded all of our gear into the different cars and vans, trying our best to squeeze everything in while making sure everyone had a place to sit. Once everything was packed and everyone was ready, we headed off, excited for the adventure ahead.

When we arrived at the campsite, we were earlier than expected, giving us plenty of time to get settled. We unpacked our gear, set up our tents, and prepared for the day. After changing into our swimsuits and putting on sunscreen, we walked up to the bathrooms, where the outfitters met us. From there, we loaded onto buses that took us down to the rafting area. Once we arrived, we were given helmets and life jackets and listened to an important safety briefing so everyone knew how to stay safe while having a great time on the river.

We then split into our respective boats, with about five boats in total. Once everyone was ready, we pushed off and began our adventure! The early rapids before lunch gave us a taste of what was to come. We were tossed around quite a bit, but that only made the experience more exciting. Everyone was laughing, shouting, and enjoying the thrill of riding through the rapids together.

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During the First Aid advancement event, scouts worked through second and first class rank requirements. Some scouts had to leave early, but everyone was able to participate in hands-on practice and learn valuable first aid skills. Activities included demonstrating splinting, carries, wound/burn care and more. We worked on emergency responses and prepared for the first aid merit badge.

The Sports Campout was a fun and exciting outing where Scouts participated in a tournament-style competition featuring a variety of different sports. The competition included volleyball, flag football, kickball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and horseshoe, giving Scouts plenty of opportunities to compete in different events and show off their skills.

Throughout the campout, Scouts competed in each sport as part of the tournament, creating a fun and competitive atmosphere. In addition to recognizing the winning patrols for each sport, three individual sportsmanship awards were also presented during the campfire. These awards recognized Scouts who demonstrated good sportsmanship throughout the activities.

Overall, the Sports Campout was a thrilling outing filled with friendly competition, teamwork, and a variety of fun sports. It gave Scouts an opportunity to participate in activities together and enjoy a memorable campout.

We woke up early in the morning and got ready for our service project supporting our sponsor, Rotary. When we arrived, we signed in and immediately got to work preparing the area for the event. We began by setting up tables and chairs for the guests who would be coming to enjoy breakfast. While some of us worked on the seating area, others helped set up the tents where food, drinks, and other supplies would be served.

Once everything was ready and the guests began arriving, we split up into different jobs to help the event run smoothly. Some of us worked at the trash, recycling, and compost bins, helping guests figure out where to properly dispose of their waste so that everything could be sorted correctly. Others worked at the drinks station, making sure guests could grab a drink after getting their pancakes.

As the breakfast continued, we stayed busy and helped wherever we were needed. Near the end of the serving period, we walked around offering drinks to guests and picking up trash that had been left behind. Although these tasks may have seemed small, they helped keep the event organized and the area clean, making the experience more enjoyable for everyone attending.

Read more

The Foggy Trails Hike took place on June 27 at El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve. The hike was a relaxed 5-mile trek with some elevation, giving Scouts a good opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while getting some exercise. The weather was pleasant, although the trails were a little muddy from previous rain.

During the hike, two Scouts were able to complete a navigation requirement, putting their map and navigation skills into practice. Scouts also spotted many banana slugs along the trail, adding a fun and memorable part to the experience. Overall, the hike was a great success, and the Scouts thoroughly enjoyed the time spent exploring the trails and enjoying the outdoors together.

On the Class 3 Whitewater Rafting Trip, we started the day at the library, practically overflowing with excitement. After meeting at the flagpole, we loaded all of our gear into the different cars and vans, trying our best to squeeze everything in while making sure everyone had a place to sit. Once everything was packed and everyone was ready, we headed off, excited for the adventure ahead.

When we arrived at the campsite, we were earlier than expected, giving us plenty of time to get settled. We unpacked our gear, set up our tents, and prepared for the day. After changing into our swimsuits and putting on sunscreen, we walked up to the bathrooms, where the outfitters met us. From there, we loaded onto buses that took us down to the rafting area. Once we arrived, we were given helmets and life jackets and listened to an important safety briefing so everyone knew how to stay safe while having a great time on the river.

We then split into our respective boats, with about five boats in total. Once everyone was ready, we pushed off and began our adventure! The early rapids before lunch gave us a taste of what was to come. We were tossed around quite a bit, but that only made the experience more exciting. Everyone was laughing, shouting, and enjoying the thrill of riding through the rapids together.

Read More

During the First Aid advancement event, scouts worked through second and first class rank requirements. Some scouts had to leave early, but everyone was able to participate in hands-on practice and learn valuable first aid skills. Activities included demonstrating splinting, carries, wound/burn care and more. We worked on emergency responses and prepared for the first aid merit badge.

The troop 175 campout at Boulder Creek went well. Scouts worked on a variety of requirements including totin chip and firem’n chit requirements plus lashing requirements. We also had a competition where we identified plants and did lashings. It rained a lot through Saturday night, but overall everyone seemed to have fun.

The backpacking trip at Pt. Reyes went very well. There were two groups. One for beginners, which was about 10 miles total, and one for intermediate hikers, which was about 20 miles total.  At the campsite the troop saw the beautiful ocean through the fog and ate great meals. Overall it was a great trip full of fun along the way. 

Won 2nd place in both Heat 2 and Heat 3 of Wentathalon. Additionally, Mr. Kothari completed the Mile Swim! Gabriel & Mr. Barbutti were his rower/spotter.