Feast on the Mountain

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This is our annual Feast on the Mountain backpacking trip. We will return to West Mountain shelter point to enjoy

spectacular views of NYC while we feast.

Saturday: The group will meet by the trailer at the Germonds parking lot at 8 AM (depart at 8:30am), carpooling

is dependent on number of scouts and leaders, be prepared to drive your scout to the drop off at the parking area at

Anthony Wayne Seasonal Lot.

We will head to West Mountain shelter via the Blue Trail, and meet up with Red Trail, Orange Trail, and finally

Blue Trail into the shelter. Once there we will gather and prepare firewood for our feast, set up camp, and enjoy

what the cooks have prepared. The evening sky is a real treat, as we can see clear to the lights of NYC on the

horizon.

Please reach out to Mr. Rogers (rr3067@yahoo.com) to request trail cooking for a merit badge.

Sunday: After breakfast, hike out to pick up point back at the seasonal parking lot

Pack light and tight, remember that we will be carrying troop gear and food in addition to our own. A list of

required personal gear is available on the Troop website.

NO COTTON! WOOL OR SYNTHETIC ONLY. MUST BRING WATER

Please plan on cold weather. November weather can vary greatly, and we will be going regardless of weather

conditions.

Meals: Everyone should eat breakfast and bring their own lunch for Saturday. The Troop will provide dinner and

dessert for Saturday and a light breakfast Sunday. Pack extra snacks.

You must also bring 3+ liters of water, one liter for yourself and two liters to share with the troop for cooking.

***REMEMBER, NO NUTS or PEANUT BUTTER***

Equipment / Gear Required: See troop website for winter packing list, 3+ liters of water, disposable

warmers for toes in sleeping bags, extra layers, wool socks, wool base layers

Activity/Trip Coordinators Mr. Roth (dghouse69@gmail.com/845-558-9330)

Mr. Hurler (jameshurler@gmail.com/914-450-5210)