BSA TROOP 474                  

Turkey Roast Weekend (aka TTW)

11/20-21 at Danaher Pavilion - Deer Lake

 

 

DESCRIPTION of Weekend – Open fire turkey roast feast open to all 474 scouts and their families, as well as Pack 472 & 475 Webelo families. Everyone is encouraged to camp out over night. The feast and site fees are covered by Troop 474. Arrive early in the day to help tend the fire, prepare the meal, fat man squeeze, steal the flag, “Rock Jocks” climbing weather permitting…rank advance…have fun. Mr. Aery will be working his dutch oven magic with all those interested.

 

This is a good opportunity to break out the winter gear…treat it like a winter camping shakedown.

 

WHEN:  Saturday 11/20 through Sunday11/21 morning. Fire building starts at 9:00 AM SHARP and turkey roasting starts at about 10:00. Dinner is expected to be served between 5:00 & 6:00. Patrols are encouraged to prepare easy breakfast for Sunday morning with expected early camp break down in time for Sunday morning church.

 

 

WHERE:        Deer LakeTurkey roasting and camping at Danaher Pavilion with six additional sites at Cedars for camping overflow.  Danaher Pavilion is a large open walled roofed pavilion which will accommodate tricky weather

 

WHO  Open to all scouts & scouters …please come early on Saturday to help and have fun.  Everyone is encouraged to camp over.

 

WHAT To Bring: November is tricky weather due to winds, rain, temperature, hypothermia…Be prepared. Rain gear and ability to layer clothing (yes to fleece, no to cotton). Follow the three season checklist.  All patrols and guests are responsible for their own camping gear and tenting arrangements, The Troop 474 is providing turkey dinner. All other meals, snacks and provisions are the responsibility of the Troop patrols and guests. Although paper plates and plastic utensils and cups will be available, bring H2O containers and your favorite mess kit if you have.

 

Bring your own folding chairs!!!

 

Food Nutrition = Energy = Warmth. Keep fuel in your belly!  Bring lunch, snacks and beverage

 

H2O – Carry two liters day for Saturday. We will also have a water filter or two just in case.

 

 

 

SEE SEPARATE SUPPLY RESPONSIBILITY & DUTY ROSTER

 

 

 

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