This fall, the Troop is headed to Burlingame State Campground in beautiful Charlestown, RI, for the fall Woodlands Trail campout from Sep 27 to 29 to discover what it means when Jesus says, “Follow Me.” Woodlands Trailmen will complete 1 or more branch steps as well as a Hit the Trail for the month of September. Navigators and Adventurers Trailmen will complete almost the entirety of the Camping Trail Badge.
RSVP Info
Please RSVP on Trail Life Connect by going to Calendar, finding the event, and then indicating your attendance info. Even if you’re not attending, please RSVP as NOT GOING. You must RSVP by September 22 to be guaranteed a spot.
Please make sure you have your health form
Attendance Requirements
In order to attend, Trailmen and accompanying parents will need to complete the following steps:
- Be registered with the Troop—contact Troop leaders for link (get help)
- RSVP for the event by September 22 (see above). Late RSVP’s are not guaranteed.
- Ensure a youth and adult medical forms are on file with the Troop for each Trailman and parent attending
- Download the campout checklists on what to bring and start packing!
Location
The entrance to the camp is located at 1 Burlingame State Park Road, Charlestown, RI 02813.
Campsite Info
Situated next to Watchaug Pond, this spacious campground features 700 rustic campsites, as well as 20 rustic cabins. Enjoy conveniently located restrooms with shower facilities, playground, naturalist center, arcade, freshwater beach, boat ramp, canoe rentals, and hiking trails.
Our Troop has reserved campsites 314, 317, 318, and 319. Upon RSVP’ing, you will be assigned to one of these campsites for parking purposes. You do not have to pitch your tent at that specific site, but are free to set your tent anywhere within the grouping.
What to bring
Trailmen should plan to bring adequate camping gear. Trailmen and their parents/guardians should bring equipment for and plan meals for the course of the weekend. If a particular Trailman’s parents/guardians are not planning on attending, the Trailman will dine with his Trailguide.
Trailmen and their parents/guardians can use the prepared checklists to ensure they have brought everything necessary for the campout.
Use the Trailman Campout Checklist for packing adequate gear.
Parents/guardians should use the Campout Cooking Checklist for meal preparation.
Health and Safety
Trail Life USA has rigorous protocols for camping that pertain to the health and safety of Trailmen, Leaders, and adults in attendance. Strict compliance will be required of all attendees.
Please see the Troop Guidebook for Parents for more detailed policies on Troop campout.
Health Forms
Trailmen are required to have a completed Youth Member Health and Medical Record Form and copy of insurance on file with the Troop. Attending adult members are required to have an Adult Member Participant Health and Medical Form and copy of insurance card. Note that these forms do not require a physician’s signature unless the boy has medications that are required to be administered by the Health and Safety officer.
Q&A
Is it okay for siblings or other non-members to attend Troop campouts?
Family camping is not allowed as per Trail Life USA policy. Parents in attendance must gain permission from Troop leaders to bring additional non-member children.
Can I bring electronic devices?
Camping events give Trailmen a chance to explore the outdoors and make new friends. As such, Trailmen are not permitted to have electronic devices with them on campouts or other events. Adult member participants should set the example and are strongly discouraged from using electronic devices during campouts and other events.
What do boys get for attending campouts?
Besides the opportunity to learn outdoor skills, discover a new bug, or share stories around the campfire, boys work towards earning their next branch. This campout will cover skills from three different branches—outdoor skills, science & technology, and values.
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