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The Mountain Man Program is
designed for those Scouts who have either just crossed over from
Webelos or have limited camping experience. As new rank requirements are
adopted, the Mountain Man Program is constantly under review and
revision to meet those requirements. In addition, feedback from
Scoutmasters and other Scout leaders is utilized to retain those
portions of the program that have proven to be effective and change
those areas in need of improvement. Basic Scout skills for the
inexperienced Scout form the basis of the program.
THE PROGRAM:
Mountain Man is a two-hour program held every morning all week.
There are two sessions every day. The remainder of the day, scouts can
work on merit badges that may interest them, or participate in troop
activity periods.
Scouts are instructed in the
following skill areas: wood tools, meal preparation and cooking,
pioneering, knots, orienteering, nature, first aid, and outdoor
citizenship. In addition, scouts can participate in a five- mile hike,
which is held most evenings.
MOUNTAIN MAN T-SHIRTS:
All Mountain Main participants will receive a “Mountain Man” t-shirt
to commemorate their week at
camp.
MOUNTAIN MAN ADULT SCOUT
LEADER PARTICIPATION:
Since the Scouts participating in the Mountain Man Program are new
and inexperienced, each unit must have at least one Adult Scout leader
to promote and ensure success of their Scouts in the program. This is an
excellent opportunity for adult leaders to become acquainted with their
new Scouts and forge a bond with them that will last throughout the
Scouts’ career and life.
MOUNTAIN MAN EQUIPMENT
NEEDS:
Participants in the Mountain Man Program should bring following
items for program purposes:
SCOUT SKILL INSTRUCTION:
- Scout Handbook
- Notebook
- Cup or water bottle
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- Compass (if you have one)
- with plenty of paper Pen and
pencil
- Pocketknife (subject
to Leader approval)
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5-MILE HIKE:
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Rain
Coat/Poncho
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Flashlight
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- Personal Kit—first aid kit,
bug spray, medications
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