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  Roll-a-away camp cot review

Roll-a-away camp cot reviewThis wide cot is perfect for people who prefer a little extra space. They are easy to set-up and tear down, sturdy and cool in the heat. For people with joint problems in the hip or back the Roll-a-away cot is the most comfortable setup. With the addition of a pad, this is very comfortable. The mesh type material will breathe well in summer. With an old pair of pliers, assemble with... [More]

By: Scott Robertson On: 2015-03-17

  Eagle Tip - George Washington's Scout Law

George Washington's Scout LawGeorge Washington might be called America's first Boy Scout. Although the famous incident about chopping down the cherry tree ("I cannot tell a lie") is apocryphal, it has endured because it accurately represents the kind of man Washington was.If you'd like to give your next court of honor a patriotic flavor, consider including this version of the Scout Law that includes commentary by Washington. (It comes from Boy Scouts Year Book, a... [More]

By: Scott Robertson On: 2015-03-12

  Grand Canyon NP

Grand Canyon NPThe mighty Grand Canyon – nature’s beauty- formed by the mood swings of the meandering Colorado River. It is quite humbling to see the cliffs and how Mother Nature has carved out such beautiful structures on the surface of bare rocks.“Should you shield the canyons from the windstorms you would never see the true beauty of their carvings.”... [More]

By: Scott Robertson On: 2015-03-11

  North Country Rivers

North Country RiversDiscover the Maine outdoors with North Country Rivers. This place is easy to find just as you get to Bingham, it is right on Highway 201 on the south side of the road. The adventure includes of white water rafting and kayaking. It also includes of wildlife tours, ATV tours and rentals. The Snowmobile tours and rentals, Hiking, Biking, and Fishing make it a wonderful place. The package includes of deluxe cabins, tent... [More]

By: Insane Scouter On: 2015-03-10

  Tallgrass Prairies National Preserve

Tallgrass Prairies National Preserve, in central Kansas, is located in the central United States. Established on November 12, 1996, Tallgrass Prairies NP represents a new sort of NPS destination. Much of its land is own by The Nature Conversancy, who shares its joint management with the minority owner, the NPS.Considered tame in comparison to some of the nation’s other protected lands, Tallgrass Prairie NP is a testament to the way America looked when Native Americans... [More]

By: Daniel Taylor On: 2015-03-07

  Eagle Tip - Inviting Invitations

Inviting InvitationsThis week, I received a really clever save-the-date card for an upcoming wedding. Styled to mimic a movie poster, it showed the happy couple walking away from an explosion on a gritty urban street. (Picture James Bond, his forehead smudged and his tie askew, and you’ll get the idea.)The card perfectly captured the couple’s sense of fun, but it did something else: it caught my attention. Rather than set it aside like a piece... [More]

By: Scott Robertson On: 2015-03-05

  San Diego CA, Bay at night

San Diego CA, Bay at nightPicturesque view of the night-time San Diego docks! The vibrant neon lights emit life of its own and from the sea the port looks like a sky full of stars on the surface of planet earth. Dotted with catamarans, San Diego bay-line breathes of peace and serenity.... [More]

By: Scott Robertson On: 2015-03-04

  Bowline Knot

Bowline KnotBowline Knot is a loop knot that neither slips nor jams. It is used to make a loop at one end of a line. The Bowline is referred as King of the knots because of its importance. It makes a secure loop in the end of a piece of rope. This knot is reliable, strong and stable. It can be used to fasten a mooring line to a ring or a post. It doesn’t... [More]

By: Scott Robertson On: 2015-03-03

  Paradise in Mount Rainier National Park

Mount Rainier National Park was established on March 2, 1889. It is located slightly southwest of central Washington in the Pacific Northwest. It is divided up into several beautiful regions, including the mountain itself, Sunrise, and Paradise. Paradise is the centrally located region directly south of Mount Rainier National Park’s namesake. The park’s entrance fee of $15 is good for a noncommercial vehicle with up to fifteen passengers (and you can return for free within... [More]

By: Daniel Taylor On: 2015-02-28

  Eagle Tip - The Five Ws

The Five WsIn the hustle and bustle of planning a court of honor, invitations often fall to the bottom of the priority list. That’s unfortunate, because the invitation, whether it’s delivered electronically, in person, or by the U.S. Postal Service, is the one thing that will actually get people to the court of honor—especially people who aren’t directly associated with the troop.Your invitation doesn’t need to be fancy or elaborate, but it does need to... [More]

By: Scott Robertson On: 2015-02-26


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