Downtown Cleveland City Hike

Great day for a hike through the streets of downtown. The scouts spent part of the day locating and learning about some of the landmarks and buildings within the city. The halfway point was at the Great Lakes Science Center were we split into two groups. One group viewed the exhibits and the other went to see the International Space Station movie. Along for the stroll were Alex, Daniel, David, Frank, Joey, Justin, Matt, Philip, Ryan, Mr. Duran, Mr. Makowski, Mr. Svihlik, and Mr. Ulintz.

Everyone looking good outside Scout Headquarters.	I think they are still down in Florida.
I told you we should have called ahead.	Mission Control, we are on final approach.
Under the Arch.	Let's Rock!

Date & Time of Departure: Saturday, March 8th 8:30am - Old Church

Destination: Downtown Cleveland and the Great Lakes Science Center OMNIMAX theater. Bring sack lunch and money for Space Station movie at 12pm. We may be able to get a group rate of $5.75 for youth and $6.75 for adult or it could be as much as $5.95 for youth and $7.95 for adult. We will make a short stop at the Scout Shop.

Route: Begin at Greater Cleveland Council Scout Service Center. Make way through city locating specific buildings and landmarks. Arrive at Science Center before noon for movie and lunch. Return to Scout Service Center for drive back.

Distance: 5 miles

Who: Scouts of Troop 810.

Purpose of Hike: Learn about some of the historic buildings and landmarks within Downtown Cleveland. View up close construction footage of the International Space Station. Use map and compass to find way around city. This hike will satisfy the 5 mile hike using map and compass requirement for Second Class.

Source of Drinking Water: Each hiker should bring a full canteen or waterbottle for the trip.

Equipment Needed (Scout Outdoor Essentials):

Day pack or fanny pack
Canteen or waterbottle
Boy Scout Handbook**
Pocketknife**
First aid kit**
Extra clothing
Rain gear
Trail food
Compass**
12" of string
Pencil with eraser
Small notepad or paper
Money

Food: (Sack Lunch)
Sandwich, Fruit, Candy bar

Clothing (Dress for the Weather):

Long-sleeved shirt
Long pants
Sweater
Long underwear
Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
Socks
Insulated parka or coat with hood
Warm hat
Mittens
Rain gear

* - You are the best judge of what you need on this trip. Remember, it may be a beautiful day, rain, get colder, get warmer, or you might find the only puddle within miles to step in. "Be Prepared!"
** - If you have one otherwise share with another scout.

Estimated Time of Return: 3:00pm - Old Church (time subject to change)

Time	Activity	Run By
8:30am	Gear Check, Pick Buddies	PL
8:45am	Depart by vehicle for Scout Service Center	SPL
9:15am	Arrive at Scout Service Center
9:45am	Begin hiking	PL
11:30am	Arrive at GLSC for Lunch
12:00pm	Movie on International Space Station
1:15pm	Continue hiking	PL
2:30pm	Take a few moments to reflect on the day, emphasize the value of the experience and provide a sense of closure.	SM
3:00pm	Return to meeting location	SPL