We are just one week away from Tesomas Summer Camp.

There is one more chance to complete the swimming tests at Pav YMCA on Monday, July 8th at 5:30 pm – if not, you will be asked to take a swim test upon arrival at camp. If you did the swim test with another lifeguard, please scan and email the test results on the camp form to carrie@staubus.net.

BSA medical forms must be turned in NOW to Mrs. Lach including Part C from your doctor and a copy of your health insurance card.

Make sure your bicycles are tuned up, air in the tires and ready to ride. We have limited bicycle repair capabilities or parts at camp. You MUST have a helmet. Bicycle and helmet turn in will be on SATURDAY JULY 13 from 9am to Noon at 2413 S 4th Avenue, North Riverside. Email THartwig@olparks.com if you need to schedule an earlier drop off.

To help you prepare for camp, Troop 24 will hold an Ax Yard/Bike Check on Thursday, July 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lach residence, 2334 S. 14th Ave, North Riverside. The purpose of the Ax Yard is to teach proper and safe use of knives, axes, and saws. Completion of the Ax Yard is required to obtain a Totin Chip, which is required if the scout is in possession of any kind of personal knife during any scouting activity. In preparation for the Ax Yard, each scout must review wood tools use and safety rules in the Boy Scout Handbook Chapter 12. Scouts must wear closed toe shoes and may wear Class B shirts. Troop 24 Instructors and other available experienced scouts are required to attend the Ax Yard and be prepared to teach the requisite wood tool use and safety rules.

Go to the the Camp Tesomas website for camp information including a recommended packing list (under Parent Guidebook). You can also look at the Troop 24 summer camp packing list. Do Not Forget: Scout Handbook, Class A uniform, rain gear, sunscreen and bug spray. A camp chair is nice to have also. A couple notes of what NOT TO BRING: Anything Aerosol, open toed shoes including flip flops, electronics. Neither Troop 24 nor Camp Tesomas accepts any responsibility for lost or damaged electronics or personal items. Put your name on Everything!

Travel: The bus will pick up the Troop on Sunday July 14 at 6:30 a.m. in the parking lot of Hauser Jr High. Scouts must wear their uniform shirt for travel to camp. The bus will make one stop during which Scouts may purchase lunch on their own. Don’t forget to save money to purchase your lunch on the return trip.

We look forward to seeing everyone SUNDAY at 6:30 a.m.