OUTDOORS & GEAR

• • Gear Guy's question of the week

  • Q. Hey Gear Guy, I went to a cabin in the snow a few weeks ago with my Scout troop. I wore my snow jacket and pants but I still got soaked. Can you recommend good waterproof clothing for the snow?

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• OUTDOORS

  • Build a camp table
    Keep your stuff out of the dirt by building a table for your camp. It's easy if you have the pioneering skills.

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  • Geocaching takes you on a modern-day treasure hunt
    On treasure maps of old, X marked the spot. Today’s treasure might be marked N 41 51.649 W 085 46.433. Confused? Then you probably haven’t heard about geocaching, a modern-day treasure hunt activity.

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  • How to find true north
    Several techniques you can use to find true north if you don't have a compass.

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  • How to avoid altitude sickness
    Thin air can put a deadly squeeze on your brain and body. Know the symptoms of altitude sickness and how to treat them. Submitted by Buck Tilton

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  • Scout outdoor essentials checklist
    Need to know what to bring on your next outing? Every packing list starts with these items.

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  • Plan and run a Klondike derby
    Planning a Klondike derby is a great team-building exercise requiring leadership and decision-making skills. The best derbies incorporate traditional Scouting skills into fun competitions.

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  • Cook some goofy grub
    These Scouts see the good, the bad, and the ugly of camp-out cooking. But what about the taste?

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