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The mission of the Boy Scouts of America and Troop 77 is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

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Providence Canyon State Park Hike/Campout

November 15-16, 2008

“Providence Canyon State Park is located seven miles west of Lumpkin, Georgia on 1,003 acres of land. Visitors are amazed at the breathtaking colors of Georgia's ‘Little Grand Canyon.’ The rare Plumleaf Azalea and other wildflowers, as well as the pink, orange, red and purple hues of the soft canyon soil, make a beautiful natural painting at this unique park.”

 

We will have two groups on this trip: one that will hike into the backcountry for an overnight backpacking experience, and one that will complete a day hike, then return to base campsite to work on Scout Skills and outdoor fun. This is a perfect opportunity for a Scout to make his first backpacking trip. Also, this would be a great outing to work on several merit badges including Backpacking, Camping, Nature, and Soil & Water Conservation. The seven mile backcountry trail is rugged and difficult – therefore, you must be a 1^st Class and weigh at least 100# to go on the backpacking part of this campout. (Anyone may go on the camping part.) IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN BACKPACKING BEFORE, you MUST let Mr. White know that you wish to backpack by WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15 so that you have time to properly prepare. NOTE: there is a 10-person maximum for hiking groups to the backcountry – so sign up soon!

 

For more information on the state park, go to http://www.gastateparks.org/info/providence/ , There you will find maps, directions and pictures of this great location.

 

Patrols should plan on a cooked Saturday dinner and breakfast at the camp. Hikers will cook their meals as a group. Bring money for lunch for both to and from camp (or pack a sack lunch for Saturday).

Click here for the Activity Checklist/Permission Form.
(Permission forms deadline is Wednesday, October 23, 2008)

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2008/2009 Calendar of Events

Below is a link to the 2008 / 2009 calendar of Troop 77 events. Please print it out and post it somewhere handy!

Click here for the 2008/2009 Calendar in PDF format.

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