Scouts who are taking Woodcarving at camp must have their “Totin Chip” before they start the class. The “Totin Chip” allows a scout to use a knife. The Scout must show his Scout leader, or someone designated by his leader, that he understands his responsibility to do the following:

Read and understand woods tool use and safety rules from the Boy Scout Handbook.
Demonstrate proper handling, care, and use of the pocket knife, ax, and saw.
Use the knife, ax, and saw as tools, not playthings.
Respect all safety rules to protect others.
Respect property. Cut living and dead trees only with permission and with good reason.
Subscribe to the Outdoor Code.

The Scout’s “Totin’ Rights” can be taken from him if he fails in his responsibility.

We will have an Ax Yard set up on July 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Janopoulos home at 360 Nuttall Road. Several requirements for 2nd Class rank also involve knife & ax safety. Scouts who lack these requirements will be receiving an e-mail inviting them to attend on July 9.

We could use some older scouts to help. Please sign up if you are coming to earn the Totin Chip, or to help.