Rob's Knob Hike
Sunday April 23th @ 1pm.
Pack 258 is going a hike. We will be following trails in a state game land to a rock formation called Rob’s Knob.
It will take a little more than half an hour to hike there. Please eat lunch prior to the hike.
Some things to know.
The hike is uphill to the rocks. The very last hundred yards is a bit of a steep incline.
PLEASE wear shoes suitable for hiking.
Waterproof shoes would be a good idea.
Shoes must be close toed. No clogs, sandals or slip on types of shoes.
Wear socks and check your laces are tied snugly. Wearing shoes that wiggle around on your feet will lead to turned ankles and blisters.
Dress in layers. (Depending on weather forecast)
You do not want to sweat when it is cold. Make sure you are not overdressed and have layers that can be easily removed as your body warms up from exertion.
Scouts are to carry their gear.
Scouts should have some type of pack they can carry their lunch and scouting essentials in.
I do not recommend the string type of backpacks. They might be lightweight but the strings dig into the scout’s shoulders once some weight (like a water bottle) is added. DO NOT OVERPACK.
Scout 6 essentials
- Water – your choice of water bottle or canteen filled
- Whistle– a scout should always have a whistle to signal for help if they get lost.
- Flashlight– I know we are hiking during the day but a scout is always prepared.
- First aid kit– We will have a big first aid kit for the pack but I encourage the scouts to make some type of simple first aid kit to get into the habit of being self sufficient. It can be as simple as some bandaid and a way to clean the wound.
- Sun protection– sunglasses or a hat to protect your eyes
- Trail mix– in this case this would be your lunch.
We will discuss before we leave what to do if someone gets lost.
(S.A.W. Stay put, Answer when called, use your Whistle)
We are also going to use the buddy system. Scouts should have a buddy they stay with throughout the hike.
There are NO public bathrooms on the state game lands
Families are welcome to all come along.
If you can not make it there will be other opportunities to go hiking
