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was quite a weekend for the scouts and leaders on their
trek to Webb's Woods. Once again the weather did not fair
well for a backpacking adventure. It began as a fine
drizzle and turned into a steady rain. The forecast for
the day indicated it would let up in the morning, but it
stayed with us all the way until after dinner. Everyone
seemed to enjoyed backpacking the trail on the way out.
We stopped for lunch at Ottawa Point Picnic Area were a
hungry crew ate what was described as "the best tuna
and crackers I've ever had." There was some
confusion near the end of the journey. To get to Webb's
Woods requires hiking through a half mile section of
forest that does not have a set path. Using a map,
compass, and GPS we navigated around a large ravine and
headed uphill to our campsite. The rain let up just
enough for us to set up camp. Then came a fun task of
building a campfire in the rain. Slowly but surely the
fire came to life. While part of the group worked on the fire others set to the task of making supper. There was no need to find a place to store leftovers when this group set down to business. Sometime while we were eating the rain finally let up and we built a good size fire. Everyone gathered around to dry off themselves and other articles that became wet during the day. Spirts rose as the group began to warm up and dry off. In the evening we had a fun campfire with songs, jokes, and skits put on by Matt, Matthew, and Steven. Everyone turned in early after a full day of backpacking. In the morning we broke camp and had a quick breakfast of oatmeal, hot chocolate, and beef jerky. The trip through the ravine and woods was tough, but seemed to go better than the day before. After that we hiked on the road and on some very muddy trails. All in all it was a great experience and a challenge that finished on a high note. Those setting out for high adventure were Alex U., David H., DJ, Jared, Kevin, Matt K., Matthew, Steven, Mr. Makowski, Mr. Mayher, and Mrs. Mayher. |
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 On the trail toward camp. |
 Many obstacles were overcome. |
 The briar patch. Ouch! |
 Upon arrival at camp. |
 A triumphant group returns. |
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