Five Mile Trail To First Class - Scouts can hike the entire trail or use the stations along any part of the trail. The following provides some pictures of the Butte Creek Trail to First Class.
Trail to First Class Instructions in PDF format
Trail to First Class Leader guide in PDF format |
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Station One on the Trail To First Class features, among other activities, the 1/4 mile walk-run Tenderfoot requirement. This picture shows the starting point - a section of railroad tie embedded in the ground and marked with a yellow reflector. The scout runs/walks down the road to the first gate they come to. They turn around and run/walk back to the starting point. |
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Each station on the Trail to First Class has a sign with abbreviated instructions describing what should be done at that station. |
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This station includes a pull-up bar (red arrow) and a standing long jump area (blue arrow) with a railroad tie marked with feet and inches, to measure the jump, embedded in the ground. |
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Above - the Trail to First Class includes advancement activities at each shelter in the activity field, as well as other shelters throughout the camp. The Scouts use a map and compass to work their way along the trail. The trail can be an all-day activity, or use it for just an hour or two. |
This page last modified
December 14, 2004
