Camping Badge #17

Camping Badge #17
October 3rd, 2016

For number 17, the requirement wanted me to make a shelter or lean-to by only using a tarp and rope. Also to make my own bedding with natural items and a ground cloth.

I already make my shelter in a previous post.
http://myahgjourney.blogspot.com/2015/05/outdoor-skills-badge-22.html


Pictures of my natural bedding with a ground cloth. I used pine needles as the bedding.

Camping Badge #13

Camping Badge #13
April 13th, 2016


For requirement 13, it wanted me to design a typical campsite that included a dining area, cooking area, fire pit, tent area, and a bathroom area.

A picture of my designed camping area:    

 














Also, it wanted to know how weather, water, and the lay of the land is important in designing a campsite. I discussed this part with my dad.
                                                  

Camping Badge #14

Camping Badge #14
April 18th, 2016



Requirement #14 wanted to describe types of animal that might be attracted to your campsite by improperly stored food. Also, describe methods to secure food from wild animals, bad weather, and spoilage.

Animals that would be attracted to your campsite by improperly stored food could be deer, mountain goats, marmots, squirrels, chipmunks, mice, bears and some birds.
Weblink: https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/food-storage-requirements.htm 

How to secure food from wild animals


How to secure food from bad weather
Place food in a waterproof bag or container so it does not get wet.

 How to secure food from spoilage

How to secure food using a bear wire

Camping Badge #25

Camping Badge #25
April 13th, 2016


For optional 25, it wanted me to know the importance of safe, clean water and how to identify safe and unsafe water.


Importance of safe, clean water and how to identify it:
YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxR-WtgF-gQ  , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUvmZZESmDg , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RL7IQ5fcCw , & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMP9-49I1U4


Also, the optional wanted me to learn and demonstrate two methods of water purification. They are:

Boiling Water

YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrwZn7llsyw, & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kieGBkOdyMU
Website: http://www.wikihow.com/Purify-Water

Creating a Purifying System in the Wilderness- Method 2
Website: http://www.wikihow.com/Purify-Water
 

Camping Badge #26

Camping Badge #26
April 10th, 2016



Optional 26 wanted me to describe the advantages and disadvantages of using white gas, propane, and butane stoves.

White gas stove: aka. “Coleman Fuel stove"
Advantages: hotter fuel source, cheaper,
Disadvantages: frequent cleaning, heavy,
Website for safety procedure: http://www.livestrong.com/article/137699-safety-using-liquid-fuel-camping-stove/

Propane stove
Advantages: simple to use, clean burn, no odor, full simmer control, no maintenance required, & many brands
Disadvantages: tend to fail in cold temperatures, fuel somewhat expensive, & fuel canister not always available
Website for safety procedures: http://www.livestrong.com/article/165273-propane-stove-safety/

Butane stove
Advantages: inexpensive, works quickly, easy to use, less toxic, better for the environment, easy to carry, & energy efficient
Disadvantage: when it's below freezing, the gas does not work as well 
Website for safety procedures: http://www.ehow.com/about_6676681_butane-stove-safety.html

Camping Badge #28

Camping Badge #28
April 10th, 2016


Optional 28 wanted me to research three different types of sleeping bag filling.

Down sleeping bag filling
Advantages: lightweight, breathable  & best heat option
Disadvantages: price is more expensive, take a long to dry, not warm when wet, & not easy to clean

Synthetic sleeping bag filling
Advantages: quick drying, insulates when wet, less expensive, 
Disadvantages: less warmth for its weight, bulkier, & hard to clean

PolarGuard/Polarguard 3D/PolarGuard Delta sleeping bag filling
Advantages: not bulky, light weight, dries quickly, does not lose insulation when wet, & easy to clean
Disadvantages: it's stiff, & little expensive