SCOUT’S PIONEERING CAMP ….

From the 8th to the 9th of February, some members of our Scout troop attended a pioneering camp, where the main objective was to build a trebuchet. We began by setting up our sleeping arrangements, choosing between hammocks or constructing a cardboard fort indoors. After that, everyone had lunch and attended a briefing on the camp’s activities, followed by a tour of the new campground.

Next, logs and wooden pallets were transported to the campfire and wood-chopping station using carts (which I and a few others had a ride on). Later, we built a large bonfire and kept it burning throughout the evening while people ate dinner, played manhunt, and made smores. A few even tried the climbing wall at the campground.

In the morning, we packed up our hammocks and bags, had a quick breakfast, and got to work on the trebuchet. We learned some knots and started moving logs and rope, which were used to construct the frame and arm. Once those were assembled, we took a short lunch break. After that, the cardboard forts were dismantled, and the older scouts and adults struggled to hoist the trebuchet’s arm onto the frame. As the camp was coming to an end, we hurried to attach the counterweight, but unfortunately, the trebuchet didn’t work due to insufficient weight. With no time left, we had to take it apart, bringing the camp to a close.

Overall, I thought the camp was a lot of fun. If I could change anything, I would have slept indoors since I struggled to sleep in my hammock.

Report by Scout, Tristran