BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Troop 355 - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://54.184.4.128 X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Troop 355 REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20150308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20151101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180203T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180203T093000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033702Z UID:2803-1517639400-1517650200@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:5 Mile Hike: Echo MountainClick for Details DESCRIPTION:Come on out and hike with the troop this Saturday – we will be hiking up Echo Mountain. This is the classic Troop 355 training hike – the trail rises over 1300 feet on its way to the Echo Mountain ruins. The total hike distance is 5.2 miles round trip. This hike will satisfy the Second Class five mile hike requirement\, so if you have not had the chance to get this signoff yet\, this would be a great opportunity to do so. We will orient our maps and use them to navigate on this hike. And we will spend a bit of time at the top exploring the hotel and railway ruins. \nIn addition\, scouts currently taking the Citizenship in the Nation MB will have the opportunity to complete the speech requirement on this hike (definitely more fun than doing it at the Scout House). This hike will also count as a visit to a historic place for scouts who have not yet completed Requirement 2(a). \nWe will meet at 6:30 a.m. sharp\, at the top of Lake Avenue in Altadena\, where Lake meets Loma Alta – meet by the stone gate on the northeast side of the intersection. The early morning is the best time to do this hike – this trail gets very crowded on weekends\, and also can be very hot\, so by going early we can avoid these problems and still have most of our day left after the hike. We should return to the trailhead between 9:30 and 10 a.m. \nBring a daypack with your 10 essentials (most importantly 1 to 2 liters of water)\, plus your Scout Handbook if you wish to obtain any signoffs. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/5-mile-hike-echo-mountainclick-for-details-3/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171105T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171105T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033647Z UID:2771-1509840000-1509840000@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Zipline and Horseback Adventure DESCRIPTION:Camping 2 Nights at Margarita Adventures Ranch in San Luis Obispo. On Friday night\, we’ll drive up to the campground and set up camp (*or travel up early Saturday morning). On Saturday morning\, half the group will be zip-lining over a wine vineyard\, with zip-lines spanning up to 2800’ long and 175’ high!!! The remaining scouts have the choice of a Survival Nature Hike or going on a Horseback Riding trip! After lunch\, we’ll switch the activities for each group in the afternoon! URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/zipline-and-horseback-adventure-3/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171104T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171104T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033646Z UID:2770-1509753600-1509753600@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Zipline and Horseback Adventure DESCRIPTION:Camping 2 Nights at Margarita Adventures Ranch in San Luis Obispo. On Friday night\, we’ll drive up to the campground and set up camp (*or travel up early Saturday morning). On Saturday morning\, half the group will be zip-lining over a wine vineyard\, with zip-lines spanning up to 2800’ long and 175’ high!!! The remaining scouts have the choice of a Survival Nature Hike or going on a Horseback Riding trip! After lunch\, we’ll switch the activities for each group in the afternoon! URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/zipline-and-horseback-adventure-2/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171103T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171103T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033646Z UID:2769-1509667200-1509667200@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Zipline and Horseback Adventure DESCRIPTION:Camping 2 Nights at Margarita Adventures Ranch in San Luis Obispo. On Friday night\, we’ll drive up to the campground and set up camp (*or travel up early Saturday morning). On Saturday morning\, half the group will be zip-lining over a wine vineyard\, with zip-lines spanning up to 2800’ long and 175’ high!!! The remaining scouts have the choice of a Survival Nature Hike or going on a Horseback Riding trip! After lunch\, we’ll switch the activities for each group in the afternoon! URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/zipline-and-horseback-adventure/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171015T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171015T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033643Z UID:2763-1508025600-1508025600@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Island Sea Kayaking TripClick for Details DESCRIPTION:Kayaking Campout Santa Cruz Island \nSaturday\, October 14 & Sunday\, October 15\, 2017 \nTrip Highlights : \n· Guided Kayak Tour· Snorkeling in Scorpion Bay· Boat ride to and from Ventura Harbor· Other activities including hiking and camping on Santa Cruz Island \nWatch for Further Details. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/santa-cruz-island-sea-kayaking-tripclick-for-details-2/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171014T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171014T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033642Z UID:2762-1507939200-1507939200@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Island Sea Kayaking TripClick for Details DESCRIPTION:Kayaking Campout Santa Cruz Island \nSaturday\, October 14 & Sunday\, October 15\, 2017 \nTrip Highlights : \n· Guided Kayak Tour· Snorkeling in Scorpion Bay· Boat ride to and from Ventura Harbor· Other activities including hiking and camping on Santa Cruz Island \nWatch for Further Details. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/santa-cruz-island-sea-kayaking-tripclick-for-details/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170917T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170917T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033636Z UID:2749-1505606400-1505606400@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Introductory Backpack Trip to Little Jimmy - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:TROOP 355 INTRODUCTORY BACKPACK TRIPANGELES NATIONAL FOREST LITTLE JIMMY TRAIL CAMP \nWHEN: Saturday\, September 16 and Sunday\, September 17\, 2017 \nWHERE: Islip Saddle to the Little Jimmy Trail Camp along the Pacific Crest Trail in the Angeles National Forest. A classic Boy Scout backpacking trip. After setting up camp\, we will leave our packs and summit Mt. Islip for an incredible view of the San Gabriel Mountains. \nDIFFICULTY: The hike to Little Jimmy is 2.1 miles each way on the Pacific Crest Trail. There is about a 900 foot elevation gain on the hike into camp. We will take the hike slow and easy. This is perfect for first time backpackers. If you can carry a duffle bag\, you can do this trip. It is a great trip for those who want to get involved in our backpacking program\, and who may wish to go to Philmont in the future.COST: $10 per hiker. Deadline to confirm your spot is Monday night\, September 11. Bring your check made out to BSA Troop 355 to the August 28 Backpacking Seminar or the September 11 troop meeting\, or mail to: \nKelly Moffat2280 Adair StreetSan Marino\, CA 91108 \nAVAILABILITY: This is an introductory backpack. Everyone is welcome. If you have ever had an interest in backpacking\, this is the opportunity to try it! The troop will host a backpacking seminar on Monday\, August 28 at 7:30 PM at the Scout House. Come learn what to pack. \nMEET: At the Scout House at 6:30 AM on Saturday\, September 16. We will divide troop gear and food then depart for the trailhead. The trip to the trailhead is about 11⁄2 hours. We should return to the trailhead Sunday morning by 11:00 AM and be home by 1:00 PM. \nMEALS: Eat a big breakfast on Saturday morning before the trip. Otherwise you may bonk! Bonking is not cool\, it hurts. Don’t bonk! Bring your own trail lunch Saturday\, and bring your own breakfast for Sunday morning (energy bars\, oatmeal\, breakfast skillets). The troop will provide Saturday’s dinner\, as well as all the cooking gear you may need. Saturday’s dinner will be prepared by individual crews (Philmont style) – the crews will be announced Thursday night\, September 14 by e-mail. \nSPECIAL NOTES:It might be cold (40 degrees) at night\, be prepared with long johns and a beanie hat to sleep in\, a good sleeping bag\, a jacket and gloves. Of course always bring your rain gear! Bring bug repellent. And…bring toilet paper. BE PREPARED.The troop leaders are always available to discuss equipment – please contact any of them if you have questions about gear for the trip. \nAny cars parking at Islip Saddle will need a National Forest Adventure Pass available at your sporting goods store or REI. \nDIRECTIONS TO THE TRAILHEAD: There is a large parking lot at the trailhead. However\, it is always a good idea to car pool. Fill your car up with Scouts and backpacks. Take the 210 west to the Angeles Crest Highway 2 north. Drive approximately 39 miles to the parking lot at Islip Saddle. The parking lot is on the left side of the road just one mile past the tunnels on the Angeles Crest Highway. Hang your Adventure Pass on your rear view mirror. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/introductory-backpack-trip-to-little-jimmy-click-for-details-4/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170916T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170916T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033635Z UID:2748-1505520000-1505520000@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Introductory Backpack Trip to Little Jimmy - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:TROOP 355 INTRODUCTORY BACKPACK TRIPANGELES NATIONAL FOREST LITTLE JIMMY TRAIL CAMP \nWHEN: Saturday\, September 16 and Sunday\, September 17\, 2017 \nWHERE: Islip Saddle to the Little Jimmy Trail Camp along the Pacific Crest Trail in the Angeles National Forest. A classic Boy Scout backpacking trip. After setting up camp\, we will leave our packs and summit Mt. Islip for an incredible view of the San Gabriel Mountains. \nDIFFICULTY: The hike to Little Jimmy is 2.1 miles each way on the Pacific Crest Trail. There is about a 900 foot elevation gain on the hike into camp. We will take the hike slow and easy. This is perfect for first time backpackers. If you can carry a duffle bag\, you can do this trip. It is a great trip for those who want to get involved in our backpacking program\, and who may wish to go to Philmont in the future.COST: $10 per hiker. Deadline to confirm your spot is Monday night\, September 11. Bring your check made out to BSA Troop 355 to the August 28 Backpacking Seminar or the September 11 troop meeting\, or mail to: \nKelly Moffat2280 Adair StreetSan Marino\, CA 91108 \nAVAILABILITY: This is an introductory backpack. Everyone is welcome. If you have ever had an interest in backpacking\, this is the opportunity to try it! The troop will host a backpacking seminar on Monday\, August 28 at 7:30 PM at the Scout House. Come learn what to pack. \nMEET: At the Scout House at 6:30 AM on Saturday\, September 16. We will divide troop gear and food then depart for the trailhead. The trip to the trailhead is about 11⁄2 hours. We should return to the trailhead Sunday morning by 11:00 AM and be home by 1:00 PM. \nMEALS: Eat a big breakfast on Saturday morning before the trip. Otherwise you may bonk! Bonking is not cool\, it hurts. Don’t bonk! Bring your own trail lunch Saturday\, and bring your own breakfast for Sunday morning (energy bars\, oatmeal\, breakfast skillets). The troop will provide Saturday’s dinner\, as well as all the cooking gear you may need. Saturday’s dinner will be prepared by individual crews (Philmont style) – the crews will be announced Thursday night\, September 14 by e-mail. \nSPECIAL NOTES:It might be cold (40 degrees) at night\, be prepared with long johns and a beanie hat to sleep in\, a good sleeping bag\, a jacket and gloves. Of course always bring your rain gear! Bring bug repellent. And…bring toilet paper. BE PREPARED.The troop leaders are always available to discuss equipment – please contact any of them if you have questions about gear for the trip. \nAny cars parking at Islip Saddle will need a National Forest Adventure Pass available at your sporting goods store or REI. \nDIRECTIONS TO THE TRAILHEAD: There is a large parking lot at the trailhead. However\, it is always a good idea to car pool. Fill your car up with Scouts and backpacks. Take the 210 west to the Angeles Crest Highway 2 north. Drive approximately 39 miles to the parking lot at Islip Saddle. The parking lot is on the left side of the road just one mile past the tunnels on the Angeles Crest Highway. Hang your Adventure Pass on your rear view mirror. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/introductory-backpack-trip-to-little-jimmy-click-for-details-3/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170702T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170702T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033612Z UID:2698-1498953600-1498953600@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:San Jacinto Peak Advanced Backpack TripClick for Details DESCRIPTION:Dates: July 1-2\, 2017 \nThe Trip: We will ride the Palm Springs Tram up to the trail head andbackpack the 2.1miles to the Round Valley Campsite. After setting up base camp\, we will hike to the San Jacinto Peak. The next morning\, we will leave base camp and head home. \nWho Can Go: \nThis trip is for those who have backpacking experience with Troop 355. The hike into camp is moderate\, but even seasoned hikers will find the peak ascent a challenge! The hike to the peak is a strenuous 7.4 mile round trip hike. The peak elevation is 10\,834 feet above sea level. \nLimit: 30 campers \nSign Up and Cost:Cost includes Tramway ticketsPlease send a check for $40 made payable to BSA Troop 355 to: \nMike Giardina930 Afton RoadSan Marino\, CA 91108 \nDUE DATE: Monday June 19th \nMeet:Meet in the Palm Springs Tramway parking lot at 7:00 A.M. Saturday July 1st to divide up the patrol gear and prepare to board the first trams up at 8:00. We need to arrive early so that we can get the campsites we want and still have time to hike to the peak. We will return Sunday Morning and be home between 12:00 and 2:00 \nFood:Bring your own Saturday sack lunch\, trail food\, and Sunday AM breakfast (granola bars or oatmeal\, cocoa etc.) Saturday dinner provided but prepared by crews. \nWeather:Cold at night\, long underwear\, light gloves\, beanie\, fleece jacket and shell jacket. \nDirections to the Tramway Parking Lot:201 East10 EastMerge onto Highway 111 and drive 8.5 miles to Tramway Road Make a right turn onto Tramway Road and drive 4 miles to the end of the road where you will find the Tramway Parking lot. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/san-jacinto-peak-advanced-backpack-tripclick-for-details-2/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170701T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170701T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033612Z UID:2697-1498867200-1498867200@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:San Jacinto Peak Advanced Backpack TripClick for Details DESCRIPTION:Dates: July 1-2\, 2017 \nThe Trip: We will ride the Palm Springs Tram up to the trail head andbackpack the 2.1miles to the Round Valley Campsite. After setting up base camp\, we will hike to the San Jacinto Peak. The next morning\, we will leave base camp and head home. \nWho Can Go: \nThis trip is for those who have backpacking experience with Troop 355. The hike into camp is moderate\, but even seasoned hikers will find the peak ascent a challenge! The hike to the peak is a strenuous 7.4 mile round trip hike. The peak elevation is 10\,834 feet above sea level. \nLimit: 30 campers \nSign Up and Cost:Cost includes Tramway ticketsPlease send a check for $40 made payable to BSA Troop 355 to: \nMike Giardina930 Afton RoadSan Marino\, CA 91108 \nDUE DATE: Monday June 19th \nMeet:Meet in the Palm Springs Tramway parking lot at 7:00 A.M. Saturday July 1st to divide up the patrol gear and prepare to board the first trams up at 8:00. We need to arrive early so that we can get the campsites we want and still have time to hike to the peak. We will return Sunday Morning and be home between 12:00 and 2:00 \nFood:Bring your own Saturday sack lunch\, trail food\, and Sunday AM breakfast (granola bars or oatmeal\, cocoa etc.) Saturday dinner provided but prepared by crews. \nWeather:Cold at night\, long underwear\, light gloves\, beanie\, fleece jacket and shell jacket. \nDirections to the Tramway Parking Lot:201 East10 EastMerge onto Highway 111 and drive 8.5 miles to Tramway Road Make a right turn onto Tramway Road and drive 4 miles to the end of the road where you will find the Tramway Parking lot. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/san-jacinto-peak-advanced-backpack-tripclick-for-details/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170529T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170529T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033604Z UID:2681-1496016000-1496016000@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Kern River Whitewater CampoutClick for Details DESCRIPTION:The annual Kern River Rafting trip will be held on Memorial Day Weekend (May 27-29). We will arrive at the Sierra South rafting outfitters in Kernville early Saturday morning. We will board buses and ride up the river for a rafting run. We get back on the buses and run the river again. Then we have lunch and work on the whitewater merit badge. After that we travel up the river 30 min. to Camp Whitsett (a BSA camp in the Sequoia National Forest). We make camp and spend the afternoon working on scout skills. That evening we have a formal campfire at which we retire an American flag with an official ceremony. The next morning we go on a five mile hike and work on some more scout skills. We relax and enjoy the afternoon. A campfire that evening concludes the trip and we break camp early on Monday morning and head home. This is the first camping trip with our new scout patrols\, and a great way for them to start off with Troop 355. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/kern-river-whitewater-campoutclick-for-details-6/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170528T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170528T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033604Z UID:2680-1495929600-1495929600@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Kern River Whitewater CampoutClick for Details DESCRIPTION:The annual Kern River Rafting trip will be held on Memorial Day Weekend (May 27-29). We will arrive at the Sierra South rafting outfitters in Kernville early Saturday morning. We will board buses and ride up the river for a rafting run. We get back on the buses and run the river again. Then we have lunch and work on the whitewater merit badge. After that we travel up the river 30 min. to Camp Whitsett (a BSA camp in the Sequoia National Forest). We make camp and spend the afternoon working on scout skills. That evening we have a formal campfire at which we retire an American flag with an official ceremony. The next morning we go on a five mile hike and work on some more scout skills. We relax and enjoy the afternoon. A campfire that evening concludes the trip and we break camp early on Monday morning and head home. This is the first camping trip with our new scout patrols\, and a great way for them to start off with Troop 355. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/kern-river-whitewater-campoutclick-for-details-5/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170527T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170527T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033604Z UID:2679-1495843200-1495843200@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Kern River Whitewater CampoutClick for Details DESCRIPTION:The annual Kern River Rafting trip will be held on Memorial Day Weekend (May 27-29). We will arrive at the Sierra South rafting outfitters in Kernville early Saturday morning. We will board buses and ride up the river for a rafting run. We get back on the buses and run the river again. Then we have lunch and work on the whitewater merit badge. After that we travel up the river 30 min. to Camp Whitsett (a BSA camp in the Sequoia National Forest). We make camp and spend the afternoon working on scout skills. That evening we have a formal campfire at which we retire an American flag with an official ceremony. The next morning we go on a five mile hike and work on some more scout skills. We relax and enjoy the afternoon. A campfire that evening concludes the trip and we break camp early on Monday morning and head home. This is the first camping trip with our new scout patrols\, and a great way for them to start off with Troop 355. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/kern-river-whitewater-campoutclick-for-details-4/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170423T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170423T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T033549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T033549Z UID:2651-1492905600-1492905600@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Kart Racing (Adams Motorsports) and Camping/Fishing (Rancho Jurupa Park) - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand – we are going Kart Racing!!! \nWe are heading to Adams Motorsports Park in Riverside to go Kart Racing. On Friday night we’ll camp at Rancho Jurupa Park (only a couple of miles from Adams Motorsports)\, Saturday we’ll Kart race at the Adams Motorsports track and fish at the lake at Rancho Jurupa. We’ll head home Sunday morning. \nScouts will have the chance to get Fishing Merit badge\, and with two nights of camping there will be plenty of time to earn other signoffs as well\, including the Cooking signoffs. \nAssistant Scoutmaster Jason Dawes is organizing this trip and will have more details to share in the early spring. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/kart-racing-adams-motorsports-and-camping-fishing-rancho-jurupa-park-click-for-details-3/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170422T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170422T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024119Z UID:2641-1492819200-1492819200@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Kart Racing (Adams Motorsports) and Camping/Fishing (Rancho Jurupa Park) - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand – we are going Kart Racing!!! \nWe are heading to Adams Motorsports Park in Riverside to go Kart Racing. On Friday night we’ll camp at Rancho Jurupa Park (only a couple of miles from Adams Motorsports)\, Saturday we’ll Kart race at the Adams Motorsports track and fish at the lake at Rancho Jurupa. We’ll head home Sunday morning. \nScouts will have the chance to get Fishing Merit badge\, and with two nights of camping there will be plenty of time to earn other signoffs as well\, including the Cooking signoffs. \nAssistant Scoutmaster Jason Dawes is organizing this trip and will have more details to share in the early spring. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/kart-racing-adams-motorsports-and-camping-fishing-rancho-jurupa-park-click-for-details-2/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170421T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170421T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024119Z UID:2640-1492732800-1492732800@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Kart Racing (Adams Motorsports) and Camping/Fishing (Rancho Jurupa Park) - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand – we are going Kart Racing!!! \nWe are heading to Adams Motorsports Park in Riverside to go Kart Racing. On Friday night we’ll camp at Rancho Jurupa Park (only a couple of miles from Adams Motorsports)\, Saturday we’ll Kart race at the Adams Motorsports track and fish at the lake at Rancho Jurupa. We’ll head home Sunday morning. \nScouts will have the chance to get Fishing Merit badge\, and with two nights of camping there will be plenty of time to earn other signoffs as well\, including the Cooking signoffs. \nAssistant Scoutmaster Jason Dawes is organizing this trip and will have more details to share in the early spring. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/kart-racing-adams-motorsports-and-camping-fishing-rancho-jurupa-park-click-for-details/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170408T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170408T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024114Z UID:2632-1491609600-1491609600@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:ROC Rocket LaunchLucerne Dry Lake DESCRIPTION:This will be the third of three rocket launch opportunities for those scouts taking the Space Exploration Merit Badge. Please see Mr. Labrador’s emails to the troop for further details. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/roc-rocket-launchlucerne-dry-lake/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170312T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170312T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024105Z UID:2614-1489276800-1489276800@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Spring Backpack Trip #1 - Piedra BlancaClick for Details DESCRIPTION:TROOP 355 SPRING BACKPACK TRIPNEW TRIP – FIRST TIME FOR TROOP 355SESPE WILDERNESSPIEDRA BLANCA TRAIL \nWHEN: Saturday\, March 11 and Sunday March 12\, 2017 \nWHERE: We will travel north of Ojai to the Piedra Blanca Trailhead in the Sespe Wilderness. The hike will follow the Gene Marshall – Piedra Blanca Trail; known for its spectacular rock formations. We will camp at either the Piedra Blanca or Twin Forks Trail Camp\, both located on Piedra Blanca Creek. \nDIFFICULTY/AVAILABILITY: The hike is about 3.2 miles each way\, with an elevation gain of about 800 feet on Saturday. This is a beginning/intermediate backpack trip. It will be suitable for all scouts\, including first time backpackers\, provided they are prepared with proper gear and have a basic level of fitness. We will take it slow and easy. \nTIME FRAME OF TRIP: Meet at Scout House at 6:30 a.m. sharp on Saturday ; return to trailhead by 10:30 a.m. on Sunday (trailhead is about 2.25 hours from San Marino). \nFURTHER DETAILS: Please check Mr. Moffat’s Troop email from March 10 for final instructions. \nDRIVING DIRECTIONS TO PIEDRA BLANCA TRAILHEAD: \nTake 101 North to Exit 70B for CA-33 N toward OjaiGo about 13 miles and turn left at the junction to remain on CA-33 N (Maricopa Hwy)Go 14 more miles on 33-N and turn right at the Piedra Blanca sign (Forest Route 6N31)Go 4.5 miles and take the left fork at the Sespe Trail signGo 1 mile to the trailhead and park; hang your Adventure Pass on your mirror URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/spring-backpack-trip-1-piedra-blancaclick-for-details-4/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170311T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170311T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024105Z UID:2612-1489190400-1489190400@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Spring Backpack Trip #1 - Piedra BlancaClick for Details DESCRIPTION:TROOP 355 SPRING BACKPACK TRIPNEW TRIP – FIRST TIME FOR TROOP 355SESPE WILDERNESSPIEDRA BLANCA TRAIL \nWHEN: Saturday\, March 11 and Sunday March 12\, 2017 \nWHERE: We will travel north of Ojai to the Piedra Blanca Trailhead in the Sespe Wilderness. The hike will follow the Gene Marshall – Piedra Blanca Trail; known for its spectacular rock formations. We will camp at either the Piedra Blanca or Twin Forks Trail Camp\, both located on Piedra Blanca Creek. \nDIFFICULTY/AVAILABILITY: The hike is about 3.2 miles each way\, with an elevation gain of about 800 feet on Saturday. This is a beginning/intermediate backpack trip. It will be suitable for all scouts\, including first time backpackers\, provided they are prepared with proper gear and have a basic level of fitness. We will take it slow and easy. \nTIME FRAME OF TRIP: Meet at Scout House at 6:30 a.m. sharp on Saturday ; return to trailhead by 10:30 a.m. on Sunday (trailhead is about 2.25 hours from San Marino). \nFURTHER DETAILS: Please check Mr. Moffat’s Troop email from March 10 for final instructions. \nDRIVING DIRECTIONS TO PIEDRA BLANCA TRAILHEAD: \nTake 101 North to Exit 70B for CA-33 N toward OjaiGo about 13 miles and turn left at the junction to remain on CA-33 N (Maricopa Hwy)Go 14 more miles on 33-N and turn right at the Piedra Blanca sign (Forest Route 6N31)Go 4.5 miles and take the left fork at the Sespe Trail signGo 1 mile to the trailhead and park; hang your Adventure Pass on your mirror URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/spring-backpack-trip-1-piedra-blancaclick-for-details-3/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170212T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170212T070000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024052Z UID:2585-1486882800-1486882800@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:SCRA Rocket LaunchSanta Fe Dam DESCRIPTION:This will be the first of three rocket launch opportunities for those scouts taking the Space Exploration Merit Badge. Please see Mr. Labrador’s emails to the troop for further details. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/scra-rocket-launchsanta-fe-dam-2/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170211T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170211T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024052Z UID:2579-1486771200-1486771200@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Rocketry Campout **CANCELLED** DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately the rocketry group has cancelled the February 11 launch due to continuing wet conditions at Lucerne Dry Lake. Thus we will not be camping on February 10-11. Mr. Labrador has arranged for three makeup launch opportunities for our scouts – on February 12 and March 4 at Santa Fe Dam\, and back at Lucerne Dry Lake on April 8. Please see Mr. Labrador’s emails to the troop for further details. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/rocketry-campout-cancelled-2/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170210T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170210T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024052Z UID:2578-1486684800-1486684800@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Rocketry Campout **CANCELLED** DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately the rocketry group has cancelled the February 11 launch due to continuing wet conditions at Lucerne Dry Lake. Thus we will not be camping on February 10-11. Mr. Labrador has arranged for three makeup launch opportunities for our scouts – on February 12 and March 4 at Santa Fe Dam\, and back at Lucerne Dry Lake on April 8. Please see Mr. Labrador’s emails to the troop for further details. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/rocketry-campout-cancelled/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170205T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170205T100000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024048Z UID:2574-1486276200-1486288800@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Hiking Merit Badge: Hike #1Echo Mountain - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:Troop 355 will be offering all the hikes required for Hiking Merit Badge this spring. We hope that a number of our scouts will be inspired to earn the rarely achieved Hiking MB. Feel free to come on out to hike with the troop on some or all of these hikes (provided that the later more difficult hikes are recommended for senior scouts and experienced hikers. \nThe first required hike is a 5 miler – so we will be doing our classic Echo Mountain training hike. \nThe Echo Mountain hike is 5.2 miles round trip\, and it provides a great workout with over 1300 feet of elevation gain. We will spend some time at the Echo lookout\, enjoying the views and the old railway and hotel ruins\, then hike back down to the trailhead. All scouts and parents are welcome on this hike – this is a great hike for both experienced and newer scouts. If you have not yet had the chance to get the Second Class 5 mile hike signoff\, this will be a great opportunity to do that. Bring your 10 essentials plus your scout handbook for the signoffs. Most importantly\, please do not forget to bring 1-2 liters of water. \nWe will meet at 6:30 a.m. at the top of Lake Street in Altadena\, where Lake meets Loma Alta – we will be gathering at the stone gate on the east side of the street. We should be finished between 9:30 and 10:00 a.m. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/hiking-merit-badge-hike-1echo-mountain-click-for-details/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161126T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161126T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024032Z UID:2534-1480154400-1480176000@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Signoff Day at the Scout House! DESCRIPTION:All scouts needing signoffs for any rank are encouraged to come by the Scout House for this event – just come by anytime between 10 and 4 and work on signoffs with our senior scouts. We can do any signoffs except those that are specifically required to be done on a campout (sleep in a tent that you pitched\, etc.). \nWe recommend that you review the signoffs you wish to receive before the event\, and bring your scout skill items. \nSenior Scouts\, we really need your help with this – we will be having three shifts for this event. 10 a.m. to noon\, noon to 2 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Please consider coming by for a shift to help out our younger scouts. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/signoff-day-at-the-scout-house/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161113T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161113T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024028Z UID:2528-1479049200-1479056400@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Navigation/Orienteering Signoffs at Lacy Park - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:Our scout leaders will be offering the required navigation/orienteering signoffs to our scouts this Sunday\, November 13\, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Lacy Park. We will meet at the flagpoles near the Virginia entrance; note that the Scout House entrance to Lacy Park is usually closed on weekends. \nThese signoffs are often difficult for our scouts to obtain – so this is a great chance to get them. Come on out Sunday to join our SPL and ASPLs to tackle the famous Troop 355 Orienteering Course. See which of you has the right stuff to successfully navigate the course and identify all the correct trees! We will also discuss finding directions without using a compass\, and measuring the height and width of designated items like trees and streams. In addition\, we will cover the GPS requirements that are in the new version of the handbook\, so please bring a smartphone with Googlemaps installed if you are able (if you are unable to do this you can team up with a buddy). \nBy completing these navigation and orienteering requirements\, scouts will be able to complete First Class Signoffs 1 and 2 (old version of the handbook) or First Class Signoffs 4a and 4b\, plus Second Class Signoff 3d (new handbook). \nPlease bring your compass\, your Scout Handbook and a pen or pencil (in addition to the phone with Googlemaps). We would also recommend a daypack with water and a jacket. \nIf you would like to obtain these signoffs and have a conflict on Sunday afternoon\, please let Mr. Moffat know – if there is interest we will do our best to offer a makeup opportunity to obtain these signoffs before the December BOR deadline. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/navigation-orienteering-signoffs-at-lacy-park-click-for-details/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161016T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161016T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024013Z UID:2482-1476576000-1476576000@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Glider Campout at Crystalaire Airport - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what it would be like to soar 7\,000 feet above the desert and the San Gabriel Mountains\, in a plane with no engine? This is your chance to find out! \nWe will travel to Crystalaire Airport in Llano\, CA\, to go soaring with the leading glider flight school in Southern California. We are scheduled to do glider rides all day Saturday and part of Sunday with the Southern California Soaring Academy. The airport has an adjacent campsite where we can camp on Saturday night. Scouts will have the opportunity to earn the Aviation Merit Badge in connection with this trip – we can work on the badge requirements when we are not gliding. We should depart San Marino by 6:30 a.m. on Saturday morning to arrive at Crystalaire by 8:00 a.m. We will glide all day Saturday\, then finish up any remaining flights on Sunday morning. \nCrystalaire Airport32810 165th St. EastLlano\, CA 93544661-944-1090 \nDirections to Crystalaire Airport(1.5 hours from San Marino/Pasadena) \nTake the I-210 West until it merges with the I-5 North.Take the exit onto 14 North\, towards Palmdale/Lancaster.Stay on 14 North (Antelope Valley Freeway) for about 30 miles.Take exit 30 for Pearblossom Hwy.After about 5.5 miles\, bear right at Hwy 138 (still Pearblossom Hwy).Continue on Hwy 138 for 12 miles.Turn Right on 165th Street E.Continue about 1.4 miles\, then turn Left into the Crystalaire Airport. Follow the dirt road about 1/2 mile until you come to the SCSA Office URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/glider-campout-at-crystalaire-airport-click-for-details-2/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161015T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161015T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T024010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T024010Z UID:2481-1476489600-1476489600@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Glider Campout at Crystalaire Airport - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what it would be like to soar 7\,000 feet above the desert and the San Gabriel Mountains\, in a plane with no engine? This is your chance to find out! \nWe will travel to Crystalaire Airport in Llano\, CA\, to go soaring with the leading glider flight school in Southern California. We are scheduled to do glider rides all day Saturday and part of Sunday with the Southern California Soaring Academy. The airport has an adjacent campsite where we can camp on Saturday night. Scouts will have the opportunity to earn the Aviation Merit Badge in connection with this trip – we can work on the badge requirements when we are not gliding. We should depart San Marino by 6:30 a.m. on Saturday morning to arrive at Crystalaire by 8:00 a.m. We will glide all day Saturday\, then finish up any remaining flights on Sunday morning. \nCrystalaire Airport32810 165th St. EastLlano\, CA 93544661-944-1090 \nDirections to Crystalaire Airport(1.5 hours from San Marino/Pasadena) \nTake the I-210 West until it merges with the I-5 North.Take the exit onto 14 North\, towards Palmdale/Lancaster.Stay on 14 North (Antelope Valley Freeway) for about 30 miles.Take exit 30 for Pearblossom Hwy.After about 5.5 miles\, bear right at Hwy 138 (still Pearblossom Hwy).Continue on Hwy 138 for 12 miles.Turn Right on 165th Street E.Continue about 1.4 miles\, then turn Left into the Crystalaire Airport. Follow the dirt road about 1/2 mile until you come to the SCSA Office URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/glider-campout-at-crystalaire-airport-click-for-details/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160918T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160918T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T023957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T023959Z UID:2445-1474156800-1474156800@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Introductory Backpack Trip to Cooper Canyon - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:The Troop 355 fall backpacking trip is traditionally a short and easy outing – the main goal is to introduce our new backpackers to this great activity. We feel our backpacking program is one of our troop’s great strengths\, and we hope that many of you will get to experience the challenges and rewards of backpacking with the trooop\, and eventually become part of our experienced Philmont crews. These trips are also lots of fun for our experienced backpackers; we generally offer an additional hiking option for those who want to hike a few more miles. \nThis fall we will be jumping right into our backpack program – with our introductory backpack trip on the first weekend of our scouting year! \nWHEN: Saturday\, September 17 and Sunday\, September 18. \nWHERE: Buckhorn Campground to the Cooper Canyon Trail Camp along the Burkhart and Pacific Crest Trails in the Angeles National Forest. Rated as one of the best Trails in the Angeles. \nDIFFICULTY: This hike is 2.7 miles each way on the Burkhart and Pacific Crest Trails. It is as flat a hike as you are going to get in the Angeles National Forest with a net loss of 250 feet in elevation on the hike to camp. This is an easy hike\, perfect for first time backpackers. If you can carry a duffle bag\, you can do this trip. We will offer an additional hiking option to our advanced hikers – after we reach the trailhead on Sunday a group will continue hiking to the summit of nearby Mt. Waterman (an additional 8 miles and 1500 feet of elevation). \nAVAILABILITY: This is an introductory backpack. Everyone is welcome. If you have ever had an interest in backpacking\, this is the opportunity to try it! Dr. Snaer will host a backpacking seminar on Monday\, August 29 at 7:30 PM at the Scout House. Come learn what to pack (and what not to pack). \nCOST: $25 per hiker. You can sign up for the trip at the August 29 backpacking seminar. Deadline to confirm your spot is Monday night\, September 12 (the first troop meeting). Bring your check made out to BSA Troop 355. \nMEET: At Scout House at 6:30 a.m. sharp on Saturday\, September 17. We will divide troop gear and food then depart for the trailhead. The trip to the trailhead is about 1 ½ hours. We will return to the trailhead Sunday morning about noon and be home by 2:00 PM. \nWATER: IMPORTANT: There is currently no water available at camp. Every hiker should carry enough water on the hike on Saturday for drinking on the hike and for the remainder of Saturday (approximately 3.5-4 liters per hiker). A group of senior scouts and dads will hike to Cloudburst Summit on Saturday afternoon and bring down additional water for Saturday’s dinner cooking\, and everyone will get 2 liters of water to use on the hike out Sunday. \nMEALS: Eat a big breakfast on Saturday morning before the trip. Otherwise you may bonk! Bonking is not cool\, it hurts. Don’t bonk! Bring your own trail lunch Saturday\, dinner will be provided Saturday night (Philmont style)\, bring your own breakfast bars\, fruit or nuts breakfast. Saturday’s dinner will be prepared by individual crews. Crews will be announced Thursday night\, September 15 by email. Because of the water situation\, you should not bring any lunch or breakfast food that requires additional water (hot chocolate\, oatmeal\, etc.). \nSPECIAL NOTES:It might be cold (40 degrees) at night\, be prepared with long johns and a beanie hat to sleep in\, a good sleeping bag\, a jacket and gloves. Of course always bring your rain gear! Bring bug repellent. And…bring toilet paper. BE PREPARED. Our troop leaders are always available to discuss equipment. Please contact them if you have any questions.Any cars parking will need a National Forest Adventure Pass available at your sporting goods store (REI) or at the gas station just south of the Angeles Crest exit from the 210. \nDirections to the Trailhead: Parking is limited at the trailhead so please car pool. Fill your car up with Scouts and backpacks. Take the 210 west to Highway 2 north (Angeles Crest Hwy.). Drive approximately 34.7 miles to the Buckhorn Campground sign and take a sharp left into the campground. This can be a tricky turn to see\, so watch for the following landmarks as you get close – large Cloudburst Summit sign at 33.4 miles\, Buckhorn Day Use Area sign at 34.5 miles (do not turn here)\, then a sign saying Buckhorn CG Entrance 500 feet. After you turn left into the campground\, drive 0.4 miles and veer right at the junction. After 0.1 more miles there will be a sign pointing left that says Day Use Trail Area. Follow that to the left and you will see a sign saying Burkhart Trail. Follow the Burkhart Trail signs until the road ends at the trailhead parking lot. Hang your Adventure Pass on your rear view mirror. Depending on the number of cars in the parking lot\, we may need to park some cars outside of the Campground along the Angeles Crest Hwy. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/introductory-backpack-trip-to-cooper-canyon-click-for-details-4/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160917T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160917T000000 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T023957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T023958Z UID:2443-1474070400-1474070400@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Introductory Backpack Trip to Cooper Canyon - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:The Troop 355 fall backpacking trip is traditionally a short and easy outing – the main goal is to introduce our new backpackers to this great activity. We feel our backpacking program is one of our troop’s great strengths\, and we hope that many of you will get to experience the challenges and rewards of backpacking with the trooop\, and eventually become part of our experienced Philmont crews. These trips are also lots of fun for our experienced backpackers; we generally offer an additional hiking option for those who want to hike a few more miles. \nThis fall we will be jumping right into our backpack program – with our introductory backpack trip on the first weekend of our scouting year! \nWHEN: Saturday\, September 17 and Sunday\, September 18. \nWHERE: Buckhorn Campground to the Cooper Canyon Trail Camp along the Burkhart and Pacific Crest Trails in the Angeles National Forest. Rated as one of the best Trails in the Angeles. \nDIFFICULTY: This hike is 2.7 miles each way on the Burkhart and Pacific Crest Trails. It is as flat a hike as you are going to get in the Angeles National Forest with a net loss of 250 feet in elevation on the hike to camp. This is an easy hike\, perfect for first time backpackers. If you can carry a duffle bag\, you can do this trip. We will offer an additional hiking option to our advanced hikers – after we reach the trailhead on Sunday a group will continue hiking to the summit of nearby Mt. Waterman (an additional 8 miles and 1500 feet of elevation). \nAVAILABILITY: This is an introductory backpack. Everyone is welcome. If you have ever had an interest in backpacking\, this is the opportunity to try it! Dr. Snaer will host a backpacking seminar on Monday\, August 29 at 7:30 PM at the Scout House. Come learn what to pack (and what not to pack). \nCOST: $25 per hiker. You can sign up for the trip at the August 29 backpacking seminar. Deadline to confirm your spot is Monday night\, September 12 (the first troop meeting). Bring your check made out to BSA Troop 355. \nMEET: At Scout House at 6:30 a.m. sharp on Saturday\, September 17. We will divide troop gear and food then depart for the trailhead. The trip to the trailhead is about 1 ½ hours. We will return to the trailhead Sunday morning about noon and be home by 2:00 PM. \nWATER: IMPORTANT: There is currently no water available at camp. Every hiker should carry enough water on the hike on Saturday for drinking on the hike and for the remainder of Saturday (approximately 3.5-4 liters per hiker). A group of senior scouts and dads will hike to Cloudburst Summit on Saturday afternoon and bring down additional water for Saturday’s dinner cooking\, and everyone will get 2 liters of water to use on the hike out Sunday. \nMEALS: Eat a big breakfast on Saturday morning before the trip. Otherwise you may bonk! Bonking is not cool\, it hurts. Don’t bonk! Bring your own trail lunch Saturday\, dinner will be provided Saturday night (Philmont style)\, bring your own breakfast bars\, fruit or nuts breakfast. Saturday’s dinner will be prepared by individual crews. Crews will be announced Thursday night\, September 15 by email. Because of the water situation\, you should not bring any lunch or breakfast food that requires additional water (hot chocolate\, oatmeal\, etc.). \nSPECIAL NOTES:It might be cold (40 degrees) at night\, be prepared with long johns and a beanie hat to sleep in\, a good sleeping bag\, a jacket and gloves. Of course always bring your rain gear! Bring bug repellent. And…bring toilet paper. BE PREPARED. Our troop leaders are always available to discuss equipment. Please contact them if you have any questions.Any cars parking will need a National Forest Adventure Pass available at your sporting goods store (REI) or at the gas station just south of the Angeles Crest exit from the 210. \nDirections to the Trailhead: Parking is limited at the trailhead so please car pool. Fill your car up with Scouts and backpacks. Take the 210 west to Highway 2 north (Angeles Crest Hwy.). Drive approximately 34.7 miles to the Buckhorn Campground sign and take a sharp left into the campground. This can be a tricky turn to see\, so watch for the following landmarks as you get close – large Cloudburst Summit sign at 33.4 miles\, Buckhorn Day Use Area sign at 34.5 miles (do not turn here)\, then a sign saying Buckhorn CG Entrance 500 feet. After you turn left into the campground\, drive 0.4 miles and veer right at the junction. After 0.1 more miles there will be a sign pointing left that says Day Use Trail Area. Follow that to the left and you will see a sign saying Burkhart Trail. Follow the Burkhart Trail signs until the road ends at the trailhead parking lot. Hang your Adventure Pass on your rear view mirror. Depending on the number of cars in the parking lot\, we may need to park some cars outside of the Campground along the Angeles Crest Hwy. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/introductory-backpack-trip-to-cooper-canyon-click-for-details-3/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160718T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160718T191500 DTSTAMP:20260407T084307 CREATED:20200819T023937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T023939Z UID:2399-1468866600-1468869300@54.184.4.128 SUMMARY:Tenderfoot Physical Fitness Session #3 - Click for Details DESCRIPTION:We will meet at the Scout House at 6:30 p.m. sharp and go into Lacy Park to work on the Tenderfoot physical fitness requirements. Those who missed either the May or June session can complete these requirements at the July session. Wear running shoes and shorts. We will be doing sit ups\, push ups\, running and stretching. Remember to bring your Scout Handbook and a pen to record your efforts. URL:http://54.184.4.128/event/tenderfoot-physical-fitness-session-3-click-for-details-2/ CATEGORIES:Outdoor Activity END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR