Purgatory Chasm

September 26, 27, 28, 2003

TRIP INFORMATION AND EQUIPMENT LIST

In years past, Troop 89 frequently camped at Purgatory Chasm, an unusual series of caves, cliff, hills, outcrops and “chasms” in south central Massachusetts. This has always been a favorite campsite for the troop and we are privileged to be able to camp in the park at a unique site, not open to the general public for camping. We plan to drive out Friday evening and return Sunday at noon. Here are the details:

Departure: we will leave at 5:30PM Friday from the scout shed. All grub masters and the troop quartermaster should assemble at 5:00 to load the trailer. We will need drivers, able to leave at 5:30, so when you sign up, please advise us that your parent can drive and how many scouts you can take in your car.

Return: we will take be ready to leave the shed at 1200 Sunday.

Other essentials:

• Activity fee is $15, due September 21.
• Parental approval form and troop medical form must be on file, no exceptions.
• Scouts will be cooking in patrols Saturday and Sunday morning.
• Eat dinner prior to leaving Friday; we will not stop on the way.
• The campsite is just over an hour drive from here, so drivers who can’t stay with us could still drop off a group or scouts. That would be very helpful as we may be short of drivers on Friday.

Weather and Preparation:

The weather is a huge variable this time of year. It could be quite cold, with temperatures in the 20s at night and the prospect for cold rain or even snow. Be prepared with plenty of warm clothes and extra dry clothes since you may get wet while caving or hiking. On the reverse side is a checklist to consider.

Please see Mr. Shea to register, or contact me with any questions.

Dan Gilliland

Trip Coordinator

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EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST

hiking boots

sleeping bag

ground cloth or pad

canteens or water bottles (2)

cup

flashlight with good batteries

small knapsack

socks

wool socks

long pants

shorts

long sleeve shirt

T-shirt

sweatshirt or light-weight jacket

poncho or light raincoat

long underwear tops and bottoms

pajama or other light sleepwear

beach towel

brush/comb

tooth brush

tooth paste

personal basic first aid kit

stocking cap

gloves

heavy jacket