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NJ Teen Winter Skills Weekend


  • Joseph A Citta Scout Reservation 229 Brookville Road Ocean Township, NJ, 08005 United States (map)

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Teen Weekend

Ages 13-17

Join the 4EEE crew for this weekend in the rugged and beautiful Pine Barrens at the Citta Boyscout Camp! For teens aged 13-17.

This winter weekend will challenge teens and push their skills in colder, possibly wet winter conditions. The Pines offers opportunities for track and sign identification, overland travel, locating dry firewood, making and tending fires for warmth, meal preparation and winter time projects.

Participants will be asked to participate in the meal offerings, helping with the preparation, cooking and clean up after meals.

We are thrilled to be able to come together and focus our time and attention on these skills as a group.

- Rick Berry & the 4EEE Crew

Lodging:

Teens will be staying in Yurts, no need to bring a tent, unless you'd like your own space. We are hoping to provide some propane heaters, but come prepared to possibly not be sleeping in a heated space.

Recommended Gear List:

  • Tent (with rain fly and ground cloth)

  • Tarp and rope (for additional rain protection)

  • A sleeping bag for each participant (rated for 15 degrees or lower)

  • Bring extra blankets as it will be cold!

  • Sleeping Pad(s) (rated for cold weather camping)

  • Towels

  • Rain Gear and Additional layers for warmth in various weather conditions

  • Hat, Beanie and Gloves - extra pairs if they get wet

  • Two pairs of shoes, hard soled shoes are recommended

  • Flashlight / headlamp

  • Bandana

  • Water Bottle (1 per person minimum)

  • Eating Utensils: Bowl, plate, cup / mug, spoon, fork

  • Toiletry items (biodegradable soap only please)

  • Journal and writing utensil

  • Bug repellent, preferably natural/non-toxic

  • Non-folding carving knife (we have some to borrow or purchase if you do not have one)

  • Sunglasses and sunscreen

  • Tweezers for tick removal

  • Folding chairs

  • If it cannot get dirty, do not bring it!

As we will be at the Citta Boyscout Camp we can drive directly to the camp area, which makes loading in those extra warm layers much easier.


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