Pack 77 Cool Cub Scout Stuff
Here is some information on other cool Cub Scouting stuff.
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Cool Nature and Wildlife Information |
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Identifying Poison Ivy/Oak/Sumac, and Other Poisonous Plants (pdf) |
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Outdoor Safety and Leave No Trace Guidelines |
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Easy Hiking (suitable for younger siblings) Recommendations |
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Moderate Hiking (could be difficult for younger siblings) Recommendations |
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Hiking Trails at Ragged Mountain (Charlottesville, VA) Note: The Main Trail is 3.5 miles and quite rocky. Try the Peninsula Loop for some waterside critter observation. |
Hiking at Camp Shenandoah (Swoope, VA) Note: Camp Shenandoah has several good trails for moderate hiking. Ask for trail map in main office. |
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Hiking Trails at Sherando Lake (near Waynesboro, VA) Note: Blue Loop trail is a little over 3 miles, takes about 2.5 hours, and has very steep grades at both beginning and end. When you exit to the main road at the end, take the first right to return to main parking via the Lakeside Trail. Note: The Lakeside Trail is much easier for younger hikers. |
Hiking Trails at White Rock Falls (Lovingston, VA) Note: The 3 mile rocky trail has many switchbacks and some sections of very steep grade. Park in grass lot at Milepost 18.5 and have hike end at the Slacks Overlook main parking lot at Milepost 20 (have cars at both ends to shuttle tired hikers back at the end). |
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Challenging Hiking (not recommended for younger siblings) Recommendations |
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Hiking Trails at Old Rag (Sperryville, VA) Guide to Geology of Old Rag Mountain Note: The trail is very strenous and has some sections of very steep grade. Old Rag can get very crowded, and closes to hikers when parking lot is full. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. |
Hiking at Crabtree Falls (Montebello, VA) Note: The rocky trail has many switchbacks and some sections of steep grade. The view at the top is amazing. Warning: Stick strictly to the trails and don't climb fences, the rocks around the falls are slippery and extremely dangerous (30+ fatal accidents). Keep a very close eye on all children. |
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Hiking Trails at Humpback Rocks (Rockfish, VA) Note: The trail is very strenous and has some sections of very steep grade. The view at the top is amazing. |
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Camping Recommendations (within 2 hours of Charlottesville) |
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Link to SJAC Approved Campsites for Pack Camping Note: Sites for Pack Camping must be council approved. If not on the list, submit your site for approval several months in advance. |
Camping at Sherando Lake (near Waynesboro, VA) Note: The campground is often visited by foraging bears, so practice bear country food storage guidelines. |
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State Park Camping Reservations at recreation.gov Note: Great on-line tool for making camping reservations at most US State and National Parks. |
Fabulous Camping at Trout Pond (Lost City, WV) Note: The Cutright's all-time favorite campground, great camping, swimming, fishing, hiking, biking, and picnicking. |
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Camping at Misty Mountain (Greenwood, VA) Note: This campground has an arcade and other unusual entertainment activites, making it good for first time campers uneasy with "roughing it" at typical campgrounds. |
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Camping at Camp Shenandoah (Swoope, VA) Note: The campground is open year-round and is available for Pack camping as schedule permits. |
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Pack 77 T-shirt Information |
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Cool Cub Scouting Links and Activities |
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Recommended Scout-Friendly Outings from Monticello District Website |
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Links to Science and Camping/Hiking Supply Shopping |
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Camping/Hiking Supplies at CampMor.com Camping/Hiking Supplies at Amazon.com |
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