David Crockett District Trail to Troop

​November 15-17, 2024

Camp Brosig
1893 Trenckman Rd.
Sealy, TX 77474

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During Trail to Troop, Webelos Scouts (4^th graders) and Arrow of Light Scouts (5^th graders) will be introduced to the many outdoor adventures of Scouting. This awesome weekend event includes and competing in Scout skills events (e.g., first aid, fire building, camping skills, games, knots). Dens will be judged on den flag and yell, resources, leadership, teamwork, skill demonstration and Scout spirit.

Scouts have to work as a team to accomplish many tasks. As such, they have to use their resources wisely.  Each individual has their own strengths. The den that works together as a team, has good Scout spirit and is prepared will have the necessary skills to complete the events.  It is through these events, that the Scout will develop skills for life, a future in the Scouting program and good sportsmanship.  A good den works well together. They gladly accept new responsibilities and are able to adapt to new procedures. The den should routinely review the skills and requirements needed to earn rank, but most importantly demonstrate Scout spirit and teamwork.  Conduct of all Scouts and leaders should follow the Scout Oath and Law.

Den leaders need to attend September and October roundtable to help plan the event.

Registration

Registration is a two-step process. Registration is completed by the unit leadership.

Step 1: RSVP:  Every unit needs to RSVP by August roundtable to let the event staff if you are attending. Estimated numbers are provided to the council so the district can finalize the reservation with the appropriate number of campsites and program areas for the event.

Every unit needs to also provide the name and email address of at least one adult who will volunteer during the event. Volunteers will receive instructions prior to the event. Program supplies for the various competition stations and judging sheets will be provided.

Step 1: RSVP

Step 2: Payment: The registration fee is $22 per Scout and includes a patch, camping fees and program supplies. There is no charge for adults. The den leader pays online with credit card or electronic check. Payments must be made by 11/9/24. There is no onsite registration. Council refund policy.

Step 2: Payment

What to Bring

Personal Gear

• ​Bed roll, or sleeping bag
• Jacket, raingear, hat
• Extra change of clothes
• Mess kit; camp cup
• Personal items
• Field (Scout uniform) and activity (Scout t-shirt)
• Neckerchief (for first-aid event)
• Handbook (optional)
• Hand sanitizer
• Folding chairs
• Health and Medical form for every participant

Den Gear

• Tents with ground cloth
• Water containers for hauling water
• Cooking gear and food
• First aid kit (required – one per pack is acceptable)
• Trash bags
• Den food
• Den menu and duty roster
• Items for campsite inspection
• Items for gateway
• Firewood

What Not to Bring

• No guns, bows and arrows, fireworks, sheath knives or any form of weapons or firearms
• Smoking, tobacco, vaps, illegal substances and alcohol

Tentative Schedule

Friday
4:00 pm	Camp open - leaders, Scouts, and parents start arriving
7:00 pm	Dinner
10:00 pm	Quiet time
10:30 pm	Lights out
Saturday
6:30 am	Wake up
6:45 am	Breakfast: prepare, eat and clean up
8:00 am	Leader's meeting (one leader per pack required)
8:30 am	Opening at the flag pole
9:00 am	Activities 1-3: round robin style
12:00 pm	Lunch at campsite
1:30 pm	Activities 4 - 6
5:00 pm	Tug of war and closing at the flag pole
5:15 pm	Dinner: prepare, eat and clean up
8:00 pm	Campfire and awards
10:30 pm	Quiet time
11:00 pm	Lights out
Sunday
6:30 am	Wake up
7:00 am	Breakfast
8:00 am	Flags and Scouts interfaith service
9:00 am	Pack up and campsite cleanup
9:30 am	Check out and pick up patches

Dens

The ideal den size is 4-6 Scouts. Dens should those established within the pack. Dens will be responsible for having knowledge of Scouts skills needed for their rank for all events. Some skills will have a review and taught for some events, some events require simply teamwork and leadership skills.  Webelos Scouts and Arrow of Light Scouts will only be competing against dens of the same grade.

Skills for Preparation

Trail to Troop has an array of events to help with den team building, skill development and fun. A prepared Scout and den will have reviewed skills required for rank in the Arrow of Light and Webelos Scout Handbook so that these skills are second scents when they are ready to cross over into a troop.  The Scout Handbook is the best source for skills needed for Trail to Troop.

Possible events and skills necessary to compete at Trail to Troop:

• Patrol spirit – teamwork
• Fire building skills
• Outdoor cooking skills
• Knots as required in the Arrow of Light Handbook
• Compass skills
• Ultimate
• Tents assembly
• Campsite inspection/setup
• Plant and animal identification as required in the Arrow of Light Handbook
• Campsite inspection/setup
• First aid skills

Events and Scoring

Each den will be scored on the event at hand and each event will be different.  Each event will be scored on how well the Scouts perform the assigned task, but judges will also take into consideration teamwork, communication skills and Scout spirit.  All competing dens members must participate and present for all events for the den to receive a full score. To ensure fair competition, walkie-talkies or cell phones will not be used by Scouts during the competition.

Check-in

Check-in will be held at the lodge from 6-8 pm on Friday night.  Units should arrive together if possible. Scout spirit starts immediately upon arrival.  No Scouts or vehicles are to enter any campsite until registration is complete.

Check out

The unit leaders need to check-out at headquarters and the campsite needs to be inspected by a Trail to Troop staffer before leaving. Scout always leave a campsite better than they found it. 

Adult Leadership

Each unit must provide sufficient leadership for the safety of all participants. 

Vehicles

Vehicles are not allowed in campsites.  All vehicles need to be moved away from campsites to the parking lot by 9:00 pm.  Unloading vehicles at campsites is allowed, please do not drive into the campsites as there are water line under the ground that can’t take pressure/weight of vehicles.

Campfire

A campfire will be on Saturday night.  Visitors are welcome but must follow all parking, Scout, and camp regulations.  All dens are expected to attend and can participate with a song or skit.  All performances will need to be in good Scout spirit taste and should not contain any inappropriate content. Scouts are encouraged to wear their field uniform.

Interfaith Service

An interfaith service will be held on Sunday morning to provide a spiritual focus that does not reflect the views of a particular denomination or faith. Scouts are encouraged to wear their field uniform.

Awards

Awards will be given out at the campfire. Decisions of the judges are final. Scout spirit is demonstrated during the entire event. Patrol awards will be given out to the top two or three patrols for each event.  Awards will also be given to the best dessert and main dish enter/ turned in for cooking competition and should be turned in by 6:30 on Saturday night.

The Scout Spirit Award will be awarded to the den that demonstrates the best Scout spirit.  Judging for this includes, but not limited to: 

• Patrol flag and yell demonstrated throughout the weekend
• Decorations to the den flag/staff
• Participation in all events
• Teamwork, enthusiasm, sportsmanship

Gateways and campsite inspections will be judged by a staff member after lunch on Saturday of the event.  Judging includes originality, size, complexity, safety, and integration of the event theme.  

Campsites

Campsites will be assigned based on pre-registration and unit size. Packs with special needs should notify the staff. There is running water at each campsite.  Units may bring water, or use the potable water. Each campsite have an electrical outlet. Units can bring a light to plugin. Cooking and eating utensils are not to be washed off at the water source.  A well-organized campsite reflects good leadership and a clean camp makes the weekend healthier and safer for all. Remember to make as little impact as possible in establishing your camp.

Fires

Fires in campsites are allowed. Be safe. Cooking can be done over fire in pans or on grills. Firewood can be brought in or firewood already in campsite can be used.  Please do not cut on or down. Use only woods already on the ground. 

First-Aid

Each unit/den should have a first aid kit accessible, in plain view and clearly marked for all members to see.  In case of emergencies, assistance will be available at the camp headquarters.  Leaders, please advise staff at check-in if any Scouts or leaders have any special needs.

Latrines

Port-a-cans will be available throughout the camp. Be considerate of others using them. Restrooms are also available at the pavilion.

Food

Units are required to provide adequate food for all members. Food should be protected from heat or cold and Camp Happy Hollow critters.  Each den should post a den roster and menu in the campsite.  This is a pack it in, pack it out event.  All units must carry their trash off the premises unless the trash trailer is parked across the road from pavilion. Campsites are to be better when you leave than when you found it.

Dangerous Weather

Be prepared for any type of weather. Competitions will be suspended in the event of dangerous weather. 

Gateway

The gateway is an opportunity for units to identify it campsite. Its construction, size, and complexity should be choosen by the Scouts.  Gateways can be elaborate or simple. The importance of the gateway is to provide a formal entrance to the unit’s campsite. This is not only fun, but a source of unit pride and Scout spirit.  It is useful in helping identify the unit’s area to staff, visitors, and unit’s members. This formal identification of the unit’s campsite by a gateway is not required, but a visible entrance should be marked.  Points will be given for units showing effort and teamwork in putting together a gateway. There will be an award given for the best gateway. Each unit should bring all material for construction of a gateway or others means of identifying an entrance.  The recommended method of construction is lashing, tripods, etc. Be creative. The gateway must be at the primary entrance of the campsite. Safety must be a prime factor in construction.  Staff can ask any unsafe structures be disassembled.

	Judges Criteria	Possible Points
	Theme	0-20
	Flags Properly Displayed	0-20
	Patrol Identification	0-20
	Overall Design	0-20
	Creativity and Originality	0-20
	Safe and Sturdy Construction	0-20
	Assembly/Lashing	0-20
	Durability	0-20

                           

About Camp Brosig

Photographs    

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Scouting Safely

​Scouting America's Commitment to Safety is ongoing, and the safety of our youth, volunteers, staff, and employees cannot be compromised. Scouting America puts the utmost importance on safe and healthy environments for its youth membership. The Sam Houston Area Council takes great strides to ensure the safety of its youth as well as the adult volunteer leadership that interacts with them. 

Guide to Safe Scouting policies must be followed. All participants must follow youth protection guidelines at all Scouting events. Highlights include:

• Two-deep leadership on all outings is required.  
• One-on-one contact between adults and youth members is prohibited. 
• The buddy system should be used at all times. 
• Discipline must be constructive.

Health and safety must be integrated into everything we do, to the point that no injuries are acceptable beyond those that are readily treatable by Scout-rendered first aid. As an aid in the continuing effort to protect participants in Scout activities, the National Health and Safety Committee and the Council Services Division of the National Council has developed the SAFE Checklist of safety procedures for physical activity. These points, which embody good judgment and common sense, are applicable to all activities. 

*About Medical Record: Scouting America requires all participants to bring an Annual Health and Medical Record to every Scouting event. The Scouting adventures, camping trips, and having fun are important to everyone in Scouting—and so is your safety and well-being. Completing the Annual Health and Medical Record is the first step in ensuring you have a great Scouting experience. Completing a health history promotes health awareness, collects necessary data, and provides medical professionals with critical information needed to treat a patient in the event of an illness or injury. It also provides emergency contact information. Please download the form and have it with you at all Scouting events for every member of your family.  

^Closed-toed shoes are highly recommended for all Scouting events. Many of our outdoor venues have snakes and sticks that can injure toes. Many of our activities include active games, so shoes that Scouts can run in (e.g., tennis shoes) are recommended.

Youth Protection Guidelines     Guide to Safe Scouting      SAFE Checklist      Enterprise Risk Management

Contacts

For questions, contact the Trail to Troop chair or district activities chair.