Day two
I am in the Eagles Nest right now writing this post. Eagles Nest? It’s not a code name. It’s the leader resource center where adult training is held, our morning briefings, and just a place for the adults to hang out in air conditioned bliss. How many times did I mention this was for adults? That’s right. No scouts allowed. It’s like the faculty lounge for overgrown boy scouts.
Our day started with us being late for breakfast. We are the closest camp to the dining hall yet the last one to get there. Still don’t know why. Our troop volunteered for the song for this meal. Our first years, Tim Carter, and myself led the whole camp in a stunning rendition of Alive, Alert, Awake, Enthusiastic. It was fantastic.
The boys know where they are headed now, so the pressure is off. Everyone knows where they need to be. Summer camp looks a lot like a college campus. Except no girls.
A few of us went through Scoutmaster training part one today. We basically learned how to gently guide the boys to run the troop while we advise. We each introduced ourselves and why we were attending the training. The older boys did it for me. They said it would be cool to have Captain Kirk as one of the Assistant Scoutmasters. It makes you feel good to be a part of the troop aside from the first years you came in with.
We did a troop service project this afternoon and dismantled tents in a camp that will not be used for the next week of camp. Have you seen Aliens? That’s what it was like with all of the wood spiders in the tents. We had to battle one. You can see it and the aftermath of the battle below in the photos. THEY JUST WON’T DIE!!!!!
Everybody went off and did their own activities tonight. There was the Blob, Archery, Boating, Magic the Gathering tournament, fishing, rappelling. Our kids did it all. Mel, Ron, and myself hit the archery range. I haven’t shot in nearly 30 years. It was awesome.
The night finished up with an Order of the Arrow ceremony. Some of our scouts were inducted. It was a proud moment for all. Congrats to Tyler, Tarak, Jacob, Ron, and Brody.
Time to head back to camp. Faygo time.
End of day 1
Wow. What a day. Activities galore for all the boys and I don’t think there’s been a single complaint. We ran our first years through their paces today. They will be completing their totin’ chip and getting signed off on their orienteering. We only had 2 get lost. Seriously. They got lost.
In other news, I went fishing with one of our assistant scoutmasters. What a great time. I caught a few and it was very stress-relieving. His daughter caught a nice bass too. She wasnt afraid of the worms like some of our older boys were. Check out the pics below.
Sidenote – we had a fire drill today. They then served us refried beans at dinner. Coincidence?
That’s it for now. Time to get out the chips and Faygo for the boys. It’s a troop tradition.
P.S. The 2 boys that got lost finished the course. Only 2+ hours. Nevertheless, we’ll have a full headcount at lights out.
1st official day of camp
Day one is underway. Boys are off to their classes and seems like everyone is having fun. We had some of our troop volunteer to serve breakfast and lunch today. The inside track on that is we get to eat first if we serve. It’s great to learn all of the little things to make camp easier and a better experience. Especially for us adults. We love to eat, you know.
Our Troop at chapel
All of us hit Chapel tonight. Going gets us signed off for a part of the qualifications for the Quality Troop Award. That, of course, is not the only reason for going. Good fellowship as well.
Cuttin’ wood in the axe yard
Timmy prepping wood for the camp fire.
Moving in
We are at summer camp now. Just moving in actually. Starting camp isn’t just a matter of showing up and pitching your tent. ( the tent is already there for you). We arrive, review medical records with the staff, receive dining hall orientation, group photo, swim test, and shooting orientation. All this before we even move into the campsite.
As you can see from the photo, camp is clean and pristine. Just wait. Chaos will ensue.
Testing for mobile
Doing a quick test from the iPhone to make sure I can post to the website while at Summer Camp. Seems to work fine.
Where Cursors Come From
Saw this piece of art on Gizmodo today. Genious. Done by Nathan W. Pyle. It is for sale according to his blog. check out his other work at nathanwpyle.blogspot.com.
Trying to rise from the fire
Hi all. Long time no see. So where has Andy been? Where’s the CaptainsCast podcast? Is it coming back? Well, let me tell you. My intention is to resume recording with Ben as soon as possible. the problem is…me. I’ve been battling a bit of a problem since December. I have been suffering from depression and rage. I work in a very high stress position at my company that provides me a terrific wage. It sometimes provides me with a lot of undue stress, and a lot of undue criticism about the work I provide to the end-users. There are a lot of times when I have been privy to unloading on people, flipping furniture, etc. Not a healthy environment. Therefore, I went to the doctor and got help. I’ve been taking medication since December to help me control my issues. It also makes me very lax. Especially during the winter months. It’s something you have to just overcome – fighting the lax feelings. I have now done that.
In that time, I have been going to church, spending time with my family, and getting my personal plans for the site and podcasting back together.
There’s more coming, that is for sure. CaptainsCast is coming back. Time Machine Toychest will continue as well. I have a few other projects coming, too. An every other day podcast providing you a quick look at the nerd news of the day, and a science teacher podcast with my wife.
Thanks for being a part of the CaptainsCast Production Network. I promise more is coming.
Andy
Coming soon – The Time Machine Toychest Podcast
A look back at the toys of yesteryear. I take you back in time to talk about the toys we all grew up with. Stay tuned to the website. The first episode is coming this weekend.
