Krampus, I'd like to offer a different view on the Jambo patch. I view those old patches as heritage. The folks that wear the patches took part in BSA history. If they are still wearing a uniform, it shows tenure too. Disclaimer: I've never been to a jambo and have no intention of doing so. Not my thing. But I support the folks who go. Philmont was my pinnacle of scouting as a youth ('77).

...Bourbon and ice, tall glass, makes for a pleasant evening and good conversation.

King DD, your hypothetical question officially makes this the best thread yet.

Scouter99,

Believe me, I'm not criticizing, just observing. Especially when it comes to various kinds of trolling, subtle or overt. I for one can not judge anyone due to the beam in my own eye.

We've covered a lot of ground here--guns, beer, scouter ratios, processed food in the chow hall, healthy food from elsewhere, camp routines, preparedness v. paranoia--and that's not all.

Frankly, this is the most interesting thread I've seen here in awhile.

A lot going on in this thread.

Stosh, thanks for those superb thoughts about canvas floorless tents. I have two of those. They are old BSA tents from the '60s--Miner and Voyager. I prefer them over any other tent.

A much better camping experience overall.

61rover, well said and I agree.