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Survivorman Update - New Rules
Posted by Mark Abell on April 26, 2010Survivorman 2010 Participants,
It looks right now like the Survivorman Challenge will be challenging in terms of weather with rain and cool temps predicted all weekend. When we are done, Bear Grylls will have nuthin on us. So, we are adding a couple of safety items to the previously posted list of “allowable items” from the rules sheet for coping with rain and cool temperatures. In addition to those items posted, each scout should plan to bring the following items:
- 8×10 Tarp
- Full sized Backpack
- Raingear - Though the rules specifically allow for clothes appropriate to the weather, we are stressing that Scouts have good rain/sleet gear (rain coat, with rain pants/snow pants if possible). AND, DO NOT wear jeans to Survivorman. Jeans are cotton and the old adage of Cotton Kills! will be especially true in this weather.
- Layers - Prepare for winter conditions and you won’t be miserable.
Scouts: please make sure you review the rules and other information posted on the Camping and Activities page as you pack for this weekend. You are allowed tents and certain other items for Friday night, and a more restricted and specific list for taking out into the Challenge area.
Reminder: First Year Scouts do not need to worry about the Challenge-related gear. First Year Scouts will be participating in the Treasure Hunt portion of the Challenge, but won’t be building shelters. They may bring anything they like from the Gear List on the website.
Mr. Coleman
Assistant Scoutmaster in Charge of Really Cool Campouts