Trailblazer First-Year-Camper

Friday, 02 July 2010 19:00

A boy's first summer camp experience is a pivotal time in his Scouting career and it's proven that boys who reach the rank of First Class within their first year as a Scout are more likely to stay in Scouting. The Camp Friedlander Trailblazer program gives first-year campers a jump start towards their first rank advancements - Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class...

We pride ourselves on having the most effective first-year-camper program around. The knowledgeable staff and many outdoor resources available at Camp Friedlander teach Scouts the skills they need to meet requirements while giving them hands-on experience.

Our Trailblazer program accomplishes these objectives:

• Teach and improve basic Scout skills.
• Teach the patrol method through practical application.
• Provide instruction on requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class or First Class in the following skill areas: woods tools, physical fitness, first aid, nature, ropes, cooking, camping, orienteering, swimming, and Scout skills.

The Trailblazer program is tailored to each Scout's needs. Class sessions are broken down by ranks, so Scouts work on the requirements applicable to them. And since it is only a half-day program, there is still time to earn some merit badges or participate in the open program times. Trailblazers can also earn their Totin' Chip and Firem'n Chit cards.