Past Events and Helaman's Encampment

Over the last few weeks, the young men have been challenged in various new ways, from braiding 4 strand cord to make slings, to fire starting without matches, and to utilizing GPS units to locate markers at night.

Thanks to Bro. Jeff Mackenzie for his efforts in acquiring a unique design for a sling and teaching us how to braid 4 strand cord!  And thanks to Bro. Curtis Spencer for acquiring fire-starting materials for our future survival kits (based on Neldon Hatch's charred denim recipe) and for setting up a GPS course.       Many of our activities are purposely designed to prepare the young men and their leaders for Helaman's Encampment.

Reminder:  All young men who are committed to attending the encampment need to bring their $25.00 encampment fee to the young men leaders by Sunday, March 20.  This encampment is a once in a lifetime activity!  Besides challenging and engaging activities each day for scouts and ventures, the evening firesides involve prominent LDS athletes, Young Men's Presidency leaders , and a general authority on the Friday evening fireside. Speculation about the possibility of President Monson attending remains speculation, but a possibility nonetheless.  Assembling over 3,000 young men and their leaders will be an experience to remember.  Visit the website at www.helamansencampment.com to view video and learn more about the encampment.